The So-Called "Ash Caves" in Lee County, Kentucky (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781025988627)

"The So-Called 'Ash Caves' in Lee County, Kentucky" is a foundational archaeological study focused on the prehistoric rock shelters found within the rugged landscape of eastern Kentucky. Written by the noted researcher William Delbert Funkhouser, this work documents a series of systematic excavations aimed at understanding the ancient inhabitants of the region. The title refers to the unique geological formations locally known as ash caves, which served as essential habitation and burial sites for indigenous populations over many centuries.

The volume provides a meticulous account of the artifacts and remains recovered from these sites, including stone tools, pottery shards, textile fragments, and skeletal remains. Because the dry environment of the shelters favored the preservation of organic materials, the report offers rare insights into the diet, clothing, and daily life of prehistoric communities in the Cumberland Plateau. Readers will find detailed descriptions of the stratigraphy and the specific cultural markers that define the archaeological record of Lee County. This work is a vital resource for scholars of North American archaeology, Kentucky history, and anthropology, preserving critical data on the cultural heritage of the Southern United States.

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