Archaeology of Prehistoric Native America: An Encyclopedia

Description

This encyclopaedia offers a tapestry of data| descriptions| speculation| facts and theories| and provides a comprehensive introduction to the early inhabitants and cultures of continental North America. It explores each cultural area| its major social complexes| important archaelogical sites| food resources| and pioneering archaelogists. It also covers topics such as tool types| archaeoastronomy| charmstones| shell money| fire use| nutting stone| bow and arrow| burial mounds| and rock art. A reader’s guide| providing an overview of North American prehistory and its study| and an extensive name and subject index make this work accessible to both students and professionals alike.