Mound Builders of Ancient America by Robert Silverberg.Hardcover, first edition, English text, 1968.Rare and hard to find.Mystery, lost civilizations, ancient knowledge."The Mound Builders of Ancient America" by Robert Silverberg explores the history and prehistory of the mound-building cultures in North America, debunking myths and revealing the fascinating reality of these ancient societies. The book delves into the various theories surrounding the mounds, from fantastical claims of lost civilizations to the eventual recognition of these earthworks as the creations of indigenous peoples. Silverberg meticulously examines the popular myths and speculations that arose around the mounds, attributing them to various non-native peoples like Phoenicians, Vikings, or even Welshmen. He then contrasts these with the archaeological evidence that points to the mounds being built by Native American groups. The book chronicles the development of scientific archaeology.商品の情報カテゴリー:本・雑誌・漫画>>>本>>>洋書商品の状態: 目立った傷や汚れなし","subname":"細かな使用感・傷・汚れはあるが、目立たない