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LoC No.: 02013498
Title:
Travels Amongst American Indians, Their Ancient Earthworks and Temples
Including a Journey in Guatemala, Mexico and Yucatan, and a Visit to the Ruins of Patinamit, Utatlan, Palenque and Uxmal
Note: Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Produced by MFR, Robert Tonsing, and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "Travels Amongst American Indians, Their Ancient Earthworks and Temples" by Vice-Admiral Lindesay Brine is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the civilization of American Indian tribes and their ancient structures, focusing specifically on the earthworks and temples in locations such as Ohio, Guatemala, Mexico, and Yucatan. The work seeks to uncover the origins of their architecture, cultural practices, and the mysteries surrounding their ancient civilizations. The opening of this volume sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of American Indian history and archaeology. Brine begins by detailing his motivations for studying the ancient earthworks in North America, specifically mentioning ongoing archaeological interests in these sites. He reflects on the need to gather conclusive evidence regarding the construction and use of these elaborate structures, which he believes may illuminate the complex history of interactions among indigenous peoples. The narrative comes alive with references to key figures, archaeological findings, and the various cultures that once thrived in these regions, making it clear that Brine’s journey is not just about observing but also understanding the deep cultural legacies of the American Indians. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Brine, Lindesay, 1834-1906
EBook No.: 60170
Published: Aug 25, 2019
Downloads: 269
Language: English
Subject: Mexico -- Antiquities
Subject: Indians -- Antiquities
Subject: Guatemala -- Antiquities
Subject: North America -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 02013498
Title:
Travels Amongst American Indians, Their Ancient Earthworks and Temples
Including a Journey in Guatemala, Mexico and Yucatan, and a Visit to the Ruins of Patinamit, Utatlan, Palenque and Uxmal
Note: Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by MFR, Robert Tonsing, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Travels Amongst American Indians, Their Ancient Earthworks and Temples" by Vice-Admiral Lindesay Brine is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the civilization of American Indian tribes and their ancient structures, focusing specifically on the earthworks and temples in locations such as Ohio, Guatemala, Mexico, and Yucatan. The work seeks to uncover the origins of their architecture, cultural practices, and the mysteries surrounding their ancient civilizations. The opening of this volume sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of American Indian history and archaeology. Brine begins by detailing his motivations for studying the ancient earthworks in North America, specifically mentioning ongoing archaeological interests in these sites. He reflects on the need to gather conclusive evidence regarding the construction and use of these elaborate structures, which he believes may illuminate the complex history of interactions among indigenous peoples. The narrative comes alive with references to key figures, archaeological findings, and the various cultures that once thrived in these regions, making it clear that Brine’s journey is not just about observing but also understanding the deep cultural legacies of the American Indians. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Brine, Lindesay, 1834-1906
EBook No.: 60170
Published: Aug 25, 2019
Downloads: 269
Language: English
Subject: Mexico -- Antiquities
Subject: Indians -- Antiquities
Subject: Guatemala -- Antiquities
Subject: North America -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.