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100 1 _aBrine, Lindesay,
_d1834-1906
245 1 0 _aTravels Amongst American Indians, Their Ancient Earthworks and Temples :
_bIncluding a Journey in Guatemala, Mexico and Yucatan, and a Visit to the Ruins of Patinamit, Utatlan, Palenque and Uxmal
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2019-08-25
508 _aProduced 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)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMexico -- Antiquities
653 _aIndians -- Antiquities
653 _aGuatemala -- Antiquities
653 _aNorth America -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/60170
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