The Prehistoric World; Or, Vanished Races

"The Prehistoric World; Or, Vanished Races" by Emory Adams Allen is a late 19th-century exploration into the shadowy existence of prehistoric humans, drawing upon archaeological evidence to breathe life into the stories of early civilizations from around the planet, including those of Mexico and the Pacific Islands. From the beginning. the author lays out the challenges of piecing together the distant past, emphasizing how archaeological finds are vital in revealing the tale of humanity's origins, and urging a scientific approach to rebuilding history, to better understand an earlier, yet evolving, civilization on Earth. By tying geological periods to the emergence of life, the book prepares for a detailed tour of ancient societies that prospered in forgotten corners of the world.