The Cahokia Mounds

The Cahokia Mounds: A Preliminary Paper is a book written by Warren King Moorehead in 1922. It is a comprehensive study of the Cahokia Mounds, which are a group of prehistoric Native American earthworks located in the Mississippi River Valley near present-day St. Louis, Missouri. The book includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of the mounds, as well as information on their construction, purpose, and cultural significance. Moorehead also provides insights into the daily life and customs of the people who built the mounds, including their religious beliefs and practices. The book is considered a seminal work in the field of archaeology and is still widely referenced by scholars today. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the indigenous peoples of North America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.