Ancient America in Notes on American Archaeology : 9781564596574

Ancient America in Notes on American Archaeology is a book written by John D. Baldwin, which provides a comprehensive overview of the archaeological findings in America. The book delves into the prehistoric cultures and civilizations of the Americas, covering the period from the arrival of the first humans in the continent to the time of the Spanish conquest. The author discusses the different archaeological sites and artifacts that have been discovered in North, Central, and South America, including the famous ruins of Machu Picchu and Chichen Itza. He also explores the various theories and hypotheses about the origins and development of the ancient American cultures, such as the Olmec, Mayan, and Incan civilizations. Baldwin's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. The book is also richly illustrated with photographs, maps, and diagrams, which help to bring the ancient American cultures to life. Overall, Ancient America in Notes on American Archaeology is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and archaeology of the Americas. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and cultures of the people who inhabited the continent thousands of years ago, and sheds light on the enduring legacy of these civilizations.1872. Ancient America-the mound builders; Who were and antiquity of the mound builders; Mexico and Central America; Antiquity of the ruins; Whence came this civilization; American ancient history; Aztec civilization; Ancient Peru; Peruvian ancient history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: John D. Baldwin

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing

Publication Date: Apr 01, 1996

Number of Pages: 300 pages

Binding: Paperback or Softback

ISBN-10: 1564596575

ISBN-13: 9781564596574