Records of Ancient Races in the Mississippi Valley (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William McAdams

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484205269 ISBN 13: 9780484205269

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2022

Synopsis

Explore the ancient Mississippi Valley through rare illustrations and careful study. This volume gathers artifacts, pictographs, and burial customs to illuminate early civilizations.

This book surveys how archaeologists piece together the stories of the Mound-Builders, from carved and painted rocks to pottery and graves. It highlights how artifacts like burial vases, shell spoons, and corn remains offer clues about religion, afterlife beliefs, and daily life, while discussing famous figures and local legends that have sparked public interest.

• Insights into burial practices and the foods placed with the dead, including shell utensils and charred corn.
• Interpretations of symbolic devices found on pottery, shells, and rock art, such as cross-in-circle symbols.
• Connections between mound pottery, rock carvings, and broader ancient world symbols.
• Illustrations of caves, mounds, and the Cahokia region that anchor the narrative in concrete sites.

Ideal for readers curious about archaeology, American history, and the origins of early civilizations in the continent.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484205269
• ISBN 13: 9780484205269
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 134