02677cam a22003613u 4500 60573 UtSlPG 20260610134409.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Southwest Parks and Monuments Association Montezuma Castle National Monument, Arizona : A Guide to Discovery of the Castle, Its Builders, and Neighbors. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-10-25 Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Lisa Corcoran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Montezuma Castle National Monument, Arizona" is a historical account likely authored by multiple contributors, including Babs Monroe and Stephen Hutcheson, and produced in the late 20th century. This book serves as a guide to exploring the significance of Montezuma Castle, an ancient cliff dwelling, and the people who inhabited the area during the prehistoric period. It delves into the construction, lifestyle, and cultural practices of these early inhabitants, providing insights into their daily lives and the archaeological findings that inform our understanding of their society. The book vividly portrays the architectural features of Montezuma Castle, emphasizing its 20-room structure that housed approximately 50 people between A.D. 1100-1400. It discusses the various theories surrounding the reasons for its location, construction methods, and the lifestyle of its inhabitants, which included agriculture, hunting, and weaving. The narrative includes accounts from excavations, revealing artifacts, food remains, and burial practices, shedding light on the social dynamics and customs of the community. Through engaging illustrations and accessible language, "Montezuma Castle National Monument, Arizona" captures both the awe of this ancient site and the enduring mysteries of its past. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Cliff-dwellings -- Arizona Montezuma Castle National Monument (Ariz.) Indians of North America -- Arizona -- Antiquities Montezuma Castle (Ariz.) Sinagua culture -- Arizona Indians of North America -- Arizona -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60573 101399 101399