Fowler Melvin L Editor (7 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Condition is Very Good in a soft cover. Illustrated. Explorations Into Cahokia Archaeology Bulletin 7 is a collection of archaeological reports and papers about the ancient city of Cahokia, located near modern-day Collinsville, Illinois. Originally published in 1969 and revised in 1973, it is part of a bulletin series from the Illinois Archaeological Survey. The book provides a detailed look into early archaeological investigations at the Cahokia site. About the book Editor: The book was edited by Melvin L. Fowler. Publisher: The original publication was from the Illinois Archaeological Survey, with subsequent editions published by the University of Illinois. Content: The monograph compiles a number of archaeological studies, including: Descriptions of specific mounds and artifacts. Maps of the Cahokia site. Research findings and data from early excavations by University of Illinois archaeologists like A.R. Kelly and W. Moorehead. About the Cahokia site The site explored in the bulletin was a significant pre-Columbian Native American city and the largest settlement north of Mexico. It is important for its: Advanced urban planning: It was a large, sophisticated settlement with a fortified central city, suburbs, and over 120 earthen mounds arranged around vast plazas. Cultural importance: It served as a major center for the Mississippian culture, with significant influence on surrounding regions. Historical mystery: The city was abandoned around 1400 AD for reasons that are still being investigated, though some evidence points to major flood events or a prolonged drought.…

Softcover. Condition: very good. NOT an ex library book. 175 pages including the Bibliography.

Softcover. Condition: good. NOT an ex library book. Soft cover book with stapled binding. Red cover. Name top corner of cover. Stain on pages only bottom at hinge of beginning and ending pages. No stain line on cover. 44 pages.

Paperback. Condition: Good. covers have heavy edge wear, minor soil, book sale sticker on first, blank page, rest of interior tight and clean, xi + 175 pages including bibliography, detailed accounts of explorations into the mounds and the findings there, bw illustrations Size: 6 x 9.

Softcover. Condition: very good. NOT an ex library book. Soft cover book with stapled binding. Red cover. 36 pages.

Condition: Good. Good condition. 2nd edition. (Indians of North America, Illinois, Cahokia Mounds State Historic Park) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. …

Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. 2nd edition. (indians of north america, illinois, cahokia mounds state historic park) A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.