Excerpt from Certain Mounds and Village Sites in Ohio, Vol. 2: Part 3, Exploration of the Tremper Mound
At the' site of this spring, in an early day, was located the Buckhorn tannery, where General U. S. Grant is said to have worked for a short time. According to Mr. Frank Johnson, who was employed as a workman at the time of the exploration of the mound, his father, Lewis H....
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey into the heart of Ohio's ancient past with this meticulously researched exploration of the Tremper Mound. Situated near the Scioto River, this remarkable archaeological site unveils the secrets of a prehistoric Native American culture known as the Hopewell. The author delves into the intricate details of the mound's construction, revealing a complex society with sophisticated mortuary customs and artistic achievements. Discover how the Hopewell people cremated their dead and placed their ashes in communal depositories, a practice unique to the Tremper Mound. This book goes beyond mere description, offering profound insights into the spiritual beliefs and rituals of the Hopewell culture. Explore the significance of the carefully crafted artifacts, including tobacco pipes adorned with exquisite animal effigies, and learn how these objects reflect a deep connection to the natural world. Through meticulous analysis and vivid storytelling, this book sheds light on a vanished civilization, offering a compelling testament to the ingenuity and cultural richness of the Hopewell people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333362607_0
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