Publisher's Synopsis
Ancient America in Notes on American Archaeology is a book written by John D. Baldwin, an American historian and educator. The book is a comprehensive study of the ancient civilization of America, focusing on the archaeological evidence that has been discovered over the years. It covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of the Native American people, their way of life, their social and political structures, and their religious beliefs.Baldwin's book is divided into several sections, each of which explores a different aspect of ancient American civilization. The first section provides an overview of the pre-Columbian era, including the arrival of the first humans in the Americas, the development of agriculture and the rise of complex societies.The second section examines the various cultural regions of ancient America, including the Southwest, the Great Plains, the Northeast, and Mesoamerica. Baldwin describes the unique characteristics of each region and the archaeological evidence that has been found there.The third section of the book focuses on the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Americans, including their creation myths, their rituals, and their gods and goddesses. Baldwin also discusses the role of religion in ancient American society and its influence on political and social structures.The final section of the book looks at the impact of European colonization on the indigenous peoples of America. Baldwin examines the effects of disease, forced migration, and cultural assimilation on the native populations and their way of life.Overall, Ancient America in Notes on American Archaeology is a comprehensive and informative study of the ancient civilization of America. It provides a detailed look at the archaeological evidence that has been uncovered over the years and sheds light on the rich and complex history of the native peoples of America.1872. Ancient America-the mound builders; Who were and antiquity of the mound builders; Mexico and Central America; Antiquity of the ruins; Whence came this civilization; American ancient history; Aztec civilization; Ancient Peru; Peruvian ancient history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.