The Lenape Stone; or, The Indian and the Mammoth

"The Lenape Stone; or, The Indian and the Mammoth" by Henry C. Mercer is a historical exploration of a carved stone that surfaced in rural Pennsylvania, sparking controversy and excitement about its story through Native American culture and natural history. Discovered in two parts by a farmer, the stone depicts a battle between native people and a mammoth, which became the centerpiece of heated debates among historians and archaeologists, centering around whether the carving was genuine. The author explores the stone’s vivid engravings that bring together the lives of indigenous communities and the now-extinct mammoth, which raises questions about the relationship between myth, memory, and the ancient culture and heritage of America's first peoples.