Tatiana Glow

Understanding Peru, a country of diverse climates, with a dramatic history and fascinating traditions can prove challenging, but worthwhile. Dr. Vincent Tufano’s Empires of Gold, provides a convenient way of attaining this understanding while guiding the reader through the country, even convincing one to put aside the guide book! Dr Tufano’s book, which focuses on the attempts by foreigners to seize the country’s wealth, provides a compelling overview of Peru’s history, culture and traditions, and is a gripping page turner that spans over three hundred and fifty years from the time of the Conquest to the dawn of the twentieth century Much of the book focuses on the ruthless exploitation of the country’s resources by foreigners, which remains an important issue in Peru to this day. In doing so, the author shows how the greed involved in such enterprises has destroyed countless lives. Dr Tufano did a remarkable job in researching many aspects of Peru’s history and in presenting it in such a fascinating way that the book is a real treat. His impressive scholarship, attention to detail and outstanding story telling skills transformed his story into a spectacular read.