Indian Mounds You Can Visit: 165 Aboriginal Sites on Florida's West Coast [Paperback]

I. Mac Perry (Author)

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About the Author

Dubbed “Renaissance Man” by the St. Petersburg Times, I. “Mac” Perry (McVae) is an artist, author of eight books and over a thousand magazine and news articles on Florida landscapes and the pre-historic Indians of Florida, a singer/song writer performing on bamboo flutes, guitar, and primitive drums, holds three college degrees, and is the owner/president of a small corporation in the Tampa Bay area.

Product Details

• Paperback: 318 pages
• Publisher: Great Outdoors Publishing Co; Revised edition (April 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0820010391
• ISBN-13: 978-0820010397
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #835,358 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I. Mac Perry (1940-) has been called "The Renaissance Man" by the St. Petersburg Times. His interests are varied. He was raised and educated in Virginia (B.S., M.R.E., D Litt). As a musician Mac was a Navy drummer aboard the U.S.S. Forrestal and also plays vibes, bodhran, penny whistles, guitar, Celtic harp, and Indian flutes. As an avocational archaeologist, he lives on an 1800-year-old Indian mound and has built a replica 12th century village exhibit on his front lawn, and is active on the lecture circuit. As an artist, he is an award winning artist/teacher who specializes in painting house portraits. As a horticulturist he owns a horticultural pest control company in Tampa Bay. Mac is the author of a number of books on these subjects. Mac lives with his wife Linda Faye in St. Petersburg, Florida.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Another Used Book Purchase, December 6, 2011

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This review is from: Indian Mounds You Can Visit: 165 Aboriginal Sites on Florida's West Coast (Paperback)

A lot of sources referred to this book. The local library did not have a copy (in the whole county system). Local book stores were not able to help. I found a used copy through Amaszon. When the book arrived I found that it was as described, in good condition, a book I will keep for reference. I was fully satisfied with the book and the service. I will keep in mind that used books are available and easy to get through Amazon.

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and Useful Guide, September 11, 2009

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This review is from: Indian Mounds You Can Visit: 165 Aboriginal Sites on Florida's West Coast (Paperback)

With a background in both tourism and archaeology, this was clearly a title I could not turn away. And being a collector of books this was a must-have volume for my collection of books on the subject of archaeological tourism within the realm of heritage tourism. So yes, I purchased the book sight unseen.

To be honest, I was delighted with the publication. It reads well and has more than enough illustrations to keep the reader's interest. Aside from being a guide, it also functions as a helpful introduction to the Archaeology of Florida. Not being familiar with Florida, I found it most interesting and was amazed that the book only focuses upon Florida's West Coast - reflecting a rich archaeological heritage. I would like to see other regions in the country take a similar approach for archaeological asset presentation. I also appreciate the fact that the book helps to promote a greater awareness for archaeological resource conservation and preservation.

From a printing perspective, it was bound in a good binding which means it will hold up well over the years - especially with active use if one hopes to take in the 165 sites it covers.

The only real drawback is the fact that this is the second edition (1998) and has become somewhat dated (as of 2009). All the same, it is a great reference item. I hope the author will consider updating the volume as I feel it has a niche in the archaeological tourism world, as well as fulfilling the interests of those who live in Florida, or who may travel to the state.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Loaded with information, September 3, 1999

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This review is from: Indian Mounds You Can Visit: 165 Aboriginal Sites of West Coast Florida (Paperback)

I've lived in Florida, and studied archeology, all my life. Mac Perry reported on many sites that I had never known about, plus added information on those that I'd already visited. An excellent book, with a clear, interesting style.