Stone Artifacts of Texas Indians by Ellen Sue Turner (English) Paperback Book

Description: Stone Artifacts of Texas Indians by Ellen Sue Turner, Thomas R. Hester, Richard L. McReynolds, Harry J. Shafer Useful for academic and recreational archaeologists alike, this book identifies and describes over 200 projectile points and stone tools used by prehistoric Native American Indians in Texas. This third edition boasts twice as many illustrations-all drawn from actual specimens-... FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Useful for academic and recreational archaeologists alike, this book identifies and describes over 200 projectile points and stone tools used by prehistoric Native American Indians in Texas. This third edition boasts twice as many illustrations—all drawn from actual specimens—and still includes charts, geographic distribution maps and reliable age-dating information. The authors also demonstrate how factors such as environment, locale and type of artifact combine to produce a portrait of these ancient cultures. Author Biography Ellen Sue Turner of San Antonio, Texas has served as a research associate at the Center for Archeological Research, University of Texas at San Antonio, and as regional director, Region 12, of the Texas Archeological Society.Thomas R. Hester is professor of anthropology and director of the Texas Archeological Research Laboratory at the University of Texas at Austin. He lives near San Antonio in Utopia, Texas.Richard L. McReynolds is respected throughout Texas as an illustrator of stone artifacts. He lives in San Antonio, Texas. Review A key archaeological component in the study of antiquarian Native American cultures are the stone implements theyve left beyond, especially arrowheads and spearheads. The collaborative work of Ellen Sue Turner, Thomas R. Hester, Harry J. Shafer, and painstakingly illustrated throughout by Richard L. McReynolds, Stone Artifacts of Texas Indians is a 366-page compendium showcasing more than 200 projectile points and stone tools taken from Texas-based archaeological digs. Of special note is the informative and descriptive commentary on environmental factors, locales, and types of artifacts creating portraits of ancient Native American cultures. Now in a thoroughly updated and expanded third edition, Stone Artifacts of Texas Indians is a critically important and strongly recommended scholarly addition to professional and academic library Native American Studies and American Archaeological Studies instructional reference collections and supplemental reading lists. * Midwest Book Review *[A]n essential guide for the amateur and professional alike, and it should be on the bookshelf of all those with an interest in Texas archaeology. Similar works are need for the rest of the country. * American Archaeology * Long Description Useful for academic and recreational archaeologists alike, this book identifies and describes over 200 projectile points and stone tools used by prehistoric Native American Indians in Texas. This third edition boasts twice as many illustrations--all drawn from actual specimens--and still includes charts, geographic distribution maps and reliable age-dating information. The authors also demonstrate how factors such as environment, locale and type of artifact combine to produce a portrait of these ancient cultures. Review Quote [A]n essential guide for the amateur and professional alike, and it should be on the bookshelf of all those with an interest in Texas archaeology. Similar works are need for the rest of the country. Details ISBN1589794648 Pages 400 Publisher Taylor Trade Publishing Year 2011 ISBN-10 1589794648 ISBN-13 9781589794641 Format Paperback Imprint Taylor Trade Publishing Place of Publication Lanham Country of Publication United States DEWEY 976.401 Publication Date 2011-12-16 Edition 3rd Short Title STONE ARTIFACTS OF TEXAS IN-3E Language English Media Book Birth 1935 UK Release Date 2011-12-16 AU Release Date 2011-12-16 NZ Release Date 2011-12-16 US Release Date 2011-12-16 Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified; Black & White Illustrations Audience General Edition Description Third Edition Author Harry J. Shafer Illustrator Richard L. McReynolds We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137156620;

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