Ancient Monuments of the Mississippi Valley Smithsonian Contributions to Knowledge, Vol. I.

"Ancient Monuments of the Mississippi Valley" by E. G. Squier is a historical exploration that unearths the mysteries of ancient civilizations thriving within the Mississippi River Valley during the 1800s. The initial parts of the book start with a view of the region's fascinating earthworks, mounds, and relics, as well as detailed accounts of these archaeological treasures, highlighting their importance in understanding early American anthropology. The book presents the laborious efforts these people put into creating these things like mounds, enclosures, and other constructions, while emphasizing the need to protect these historical places against the problems caused by progress and farming. As readers explore, the accounts introduce a world of systematic investigation as they look at the area's old cultures through stories and research.