The stone age in North America, vol. 2 of 2

Name: The stone age in North America, vol. 2 of 2
Author: Warren K. Moorehead

By Warren K. Moorehead

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A detailed archaeological encyclopedia cataloguing prehistoric North American material culture, focusing on stone, shell, bone, copper, pottery, textiles, and hematite artifacts. It classifies and illustrates thousands of implements, ornaments, effigies, pipes, tools, and ceremonial objects with plates and figures; examines regional variations across eastern Canada, the Plains, Utah, and Dakota; discusses fabrication techniques, distribution patterns, and functions of key types such as bird-stones and native copper implements; and treats mortars, pestles, pottery styles, and miscellaneous relics. Concluding chapters synthesize ancient population, cultural groupings, adaptation to environments, art, antiquity, and recommend directions for further field study.

About the Author

Warren K. Moorehead

Warren K. Moorehead was an American archaeologist and author known for his significant contributions to the study of Native American history and prehistory. His works often focused on the cultural and political conditions of American Indians, particularly during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Among his notable publications is "The American Indian in the United States, Period 1850-1914," which examines the historical context and challenges faced by Native Americans during this transformative period. Additionally, Moorehead authored a two-volume series titled "The Stone Age in North America," which explores the prehistoric cultures of the continent. His research and writings have played a crucial role in advancing the understanding of Native American heritage.