Precolumbian Architecture in Eastern North America (Ripley P. Bullen Series) (Paperback)

~ WILLIAM N. MORGAN (Author)

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This study of prehistoric North American architecture is organized into three periods: the beginnings of architecture dating from 4000 BC; the beginning of the Christian era; and the period just preceding Columbus' arrival. The architectural chracteristics of 96 pre-Columbian sites are described.

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• Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: University Press of Florida; 1st edition (April 28, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813016592
• ISBN-13: 978-0813016597
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Earth Mounds Exposed, July 5, 2000

By	Dr. Jack Sidener (Shatin, NT Hong Kong) - See all my reviews

Few people are aware of the earthmound remains of Precolumbian peoples in the US. William Morgan's little book does much to change that, and in a highly readable manner. Organized by epochs, this comprehensive illustrated catalogue of over 100 important sites is a must for early-history buffs. Most important, each site is "reconstructed" and illustrated with a clear to-scale map which is at the same scale as all the other mapped reconstructions. The book is a model for such studies, as sites of interest can be quickly compared in scale with the Acropolis, the Giza pyramid complex, and other more famous sites. Highly recommended.