Envisioning Cahokia: A Landscape of Perspective por Rinita A. Dalan; William I. Woods; John A. Koepke; George R. Holley; Harold W. Watters, Jr

Northern Illinois University Press, 2003. Trade Paperback. Very good paperback copy. The massive earthen mounds of ancient Cahokia in southwestern Illinois form the largest and most complex archaeological site in the United States. Here, at the center of a vibrant Native American culture, a settlement of Mississippian Indians grew, prospered, and declined. Tracing perceptions of the Cahokian landscape from the times of Indians and explorers to the present, Envisioning Cahokia details the archaeology of North America's largest prehistoric urban center. Illustrated with a variety of images, this unique book provides new insights into Cahokian lifeways, land use, and culture through a landscape approach that explores the interrelationship of environment and society. Using the latest data from remote sensing and archaeological field studies, the authors examine such structures as the immense Grand Plaza and the impressive mounds used for both community ceremonies and burials. These mounds and other… Ler mais

Northern Illinois University Press, 2003-01-03. paperback. Like New. 95x11x144. Northern Illinois University Press, 2003. Trade paperback in Fine condition; 241 pages.

DeKalb: Northern Illinois University Press, 2003. x, 241pp, index, bibliography, appendix, bw ills. Pictorial card. Light edge wear, light pencil lines in margins. The massive earthen mounds of ancient Cahokia in SW Illinois form the largest and most complex archaelogical site in the USA. Here, at the centre of a vibrant Native American culture, a settlement of mississippian Indians grew, prospered and declined. Tracing perceptions of the Cahokian landscape from the times of the Indians and explorers to the present, Envisioning Cahokia details the archaeology of North America's largest prehistoric urban centre.. First Paperback. Soft Cover. Very Good. 8vo.

Northern Illinois University Press , pp. 251 . Papeback. Used.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Paperback / softback. New. The massive earthen mounds of ancient Cahokia in southwestern Illinois form the largest and most complex archaeological site in the US. Here, a settlement of Mississippian Indians grew, prospered and declined. This work details the archaeology of North America's largest prehistoric urban center.

Northern Illinois Univ Pr, 2003. Paperback. New. 1st edition. 251 pages. 8.75x6.00x0.75 inches.

Northern Illinois Univ Pr, 2003. Paperback. New. 1st edition. 251 pages. 8.75x6.00x0.75 inches.

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Northern Illinois University Press, 2003-01-03. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!