The Origin Of The Cahokia Mounds

By A.R.B. Crook

Book Overview

""The Origin of the Cahokia Mounds"" is a historical and archaeological account of the Cahokia Mounds, a pre-Columbian Native American civilization located in present-day Illinois. Written by Alja Robinson Crook in 1922, the book explores the origins, culture, and daily life of the Cahokia people, as well as the construction and purpose of their impressive earthen mounds. The author draws on a variety of sources, including archaeological evidence, historical records, and Native American oral traditions, to paint a comprehensive picture of this fascinating civilization. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the Cahokia Mounds and the people who built them. Overall, ""The Origin of the Cahokia Mounds"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history, archaeology, or the Midwest region of the United States.""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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120910439
• ISBN13: 9781120910431
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"