{"product_id":"the-origin-of-the-mound-alfred-coffin-9781774819197","title":"The Origin of the Mound Builders","description":"\u003cp\u003eMy apologies! Here's an English description of The Origin of the Mound Builders by Alfred Coffin: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublished in 1898, The Origin of the Mound Builders dives into the enigmatic world of the civilization responsible for the monumental earthen mounds scattered across North America. Alfred Coffin, an early anthropologist, delves into the mysteries surrounding these ancient structures, attempting to piece together the story of their builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoffin proposes a bold theory: the Mound Builders originated in Mexico, drawn to the fertile land and pleasant climate of the Mississippi Valley. He estimates their arrival around 1000 BC, where they thrived for centuries, constructing mounds for various purposes, from burial sites to temples and ceremonial platforms. However, around 1500 AD, he suggests they were driven back to Mexico by more aggressive Native American tribes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile modern archaeological findings largely disprove Coffin's specific migration theory, his book remains a valuable historical document in the study of the Mound Builder culture. It offers detailed descriptions of the mounds, including their shapes, sizes, and locations, along with insightful explorations of their potential functions. Coffin's work is further enriched by numerous photographs and illustrations, bringing these fascinating structures to life for the reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere are some key points to emphasize: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoffin hypothesizes a Mexican origin for the Mound Builders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe highlights the Mississippi Valley's attractive environment as a motivator for their migration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe proposes a timeline of roughly 1000 BC to 1500 AD for their presence in the region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe suggests conflict with other Native American groups led to their retreat to Mexico.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThough outdated in certain aspects, Coffin's book remains a significant resource for understanding the Mound Builders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're fascinated by the ancient mysteries of North America and the enigmatic Mound Builders, then The Origin of the Mound Builders is a captivating read, offering historical and anthropological insights despite its dated theories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Alfred Coffin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1774819198\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781774819197\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Spirit Seeker Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/03\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 54\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.19lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.11d","brand":"Alfred Coffin","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46739140018431,"sku":"9781774819197","price":18.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_0c5a0107-dfb9-4185-b0a4-3d7229250329.jpg?v=1743277334","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-origin-of-the-mound-alfred-coffin-9781774819197","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}