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"Apu Ollantay": Inca Theatre as an example of the modes of interaction between the Incas and Western Amazonian societies

"Apu Ollantay": teatro Inca como exemplo das formas de interação entre os Incas e as sociedades da Amazônia ocidental

The article looks closely at the Quechua play "Apu Ollantay" in order to better understand the relationships of power that the Incas established with the Amazonian corner of their empire, known in Inca terms as Antisuyu. It is argued that the drama "Apu Ollantay" functioned as a social and political device in order to enhance Inca imperial magnitude and project an image of a magnanimous ruler.

Incas; Western Amazonia; Quechua theatre; Antisuyu


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