02460cam a22003493u 4500 52997 UtSlPG 20260610134224.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 47017158 UtSlPG en iso639-1 F786 Hendron, J. W. (Jerome William), 1912- Frijoles: A Hidden Valley in the New World Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-09-07 Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Frijoles: A Hidden Valley in the New World" by J. W. Hendron is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. The book explores the rich cultural heritage of the Pueblo Indians who lived in the Frijoles Canyon area in New Mexico, delving into their lifestyles, history, and interactions with early Spanish explorers. Through a blend of archaeological findings, personal anecdotes, and local legends, the narrative seeks to bring the ancient world of these Native Americans to life for contemporary readers and visitors to Bandelier National Monument. The opening of the book establishes a reflective tone as the author recounts his childhood experience of discovering Frijoles Canyon with a sense of wonder. He describes the landscape, the historical significance of the area, and the early figures in archaeology who paved the way for understanding the primitive Pueblo Indians. The narrative also highlights the impressions of the valley's ancient cave dwellings and community structures, creating a backdrop for exploring the lives of these early inhabitants. In doing so, the author conveys a connection between the past and present, underscoring the importance of preserving and appreciating the rich cultural history of Indigenous peoples in this unique environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Cliff-dwellers -- New Mexico Frijoles Canyon (N.M.) Thomas, Dorothy, 1898- Taylor, Jocelyn, 1899-1992 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52997 93831 93831