Burial Mounds of the Northern Sections of the United States

"Burial Mounds of the Northern Sections of the United States" by Cyrus Thomas is a detailed exploration of ancient burial mounds found across the northern United States. The book investigates the customs, social structures, and spiritual beliefs of the people who built these mounds, looking at the importance of these earthen structures as a window into past civilizations. The author carefully describes the mounds, their contents such as pottery, copper tools, and bones, and how these findings showcase the lives, talents, and religious traditions of these societies spread throughout areas like Wisconsin, Illinois, and Ohio. It sets up a journey through America's past using the mounds as key evidence about these fascinating cultures.