An Archaeological Survey of Wheeler Basin on the Tennessee River in Northern

Description: This book presents a comprehensive archaeological survey of the Wheeler Basin in northern Alabama, a region brimming with prehistoric significance. The Tennessee River, with its network of tributaries, has served as a vital artery for human life for centuries, drawing diverse tribes to its fertile valleys and abundant resources. The author delves into the geological and topographical features of the Wheeler Basin, shedding light on how these natural elements shaped the patterns of aboriginal settlement and activity. From the chert-rich uplands, providing materials for toolmaking, to the expansive floodplains ideal for agriculture, the intricate relationship between the environment and human adaptation is explored. The book examines excavated sites, revealing a rich tapestry of cultural artifacts, burial customs, and architectural remains. Pottery styles, stone tools, and other remnants offer invaluable clues into the daily lives, social structures, and technological advancements of the region's prehistoric inhabitants. Through meticulous analysis and detailed descriptions, this book provides a captivating journey into the past, illuminating the profound impact of the Wheeler Basin's unique landscape on the course of human history. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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