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Book Synopsis: How an ancient North American civilization was plundered in the twentieth century
When a group of relic hunters drove their picks into a lost Indian burial crypt in eastern Oklahoma in 1935, they unearthed a vast treasure trove of Mississippian art—considered by many at the time to be America’s answer to King Tut’s Tomb. They also ignited a controversy that continues to have repercussions throughout archaeological and American Indian communities.
The Spiro Mounds contained some of the most impressive pre-Columbian Indian art ever found. In Looting Spiro Mounds, David La Vere takes readers behind the scenes of this discovery to re-create a Great Depression–era archaeological adventure worthy of Indiana Jones.
The looting of the mounds is considered one of the major archaeological tragedies of all time. Today Spiro artifacts are scattered among the world’s museums, with some still circulating in the antiquities market and eagerly snatched up by collectors. La Vere weaves a compelling story of grave robbers and lost treasures as he pieces together the puzzle of the civilization that thrived at Spiro from A.D. 800 to 1450. He plumbs the mystery of why the people of Spiro abandoned the site, leaving behind their treasures but no forwarding address.
Looting Spiro Mounds explains what the continuing mystique of Spiro artifacts is all about as the book uncovers a controversy—and a mystery—that lives on to this day.
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Are you ready for a thrilling archaeological adventure? Discover the captivating story of the Spiro Mounds, an ancient North American civilization that rivals King Tut's Tomb. In "Looting Spiro Mounds: An American King Tut’s Tomb Book Synopsis," David La Vere takes you on a journey back in time to the Great Depression-era, where relic hunters stumbled upon a treasure trove of Mississippian art. Considered one of the major archaeological tragedies, this book unravels the mysteries of the looting and the civilization that once thrived at Spiro.
Hold a piece of history in your hands with Spiro artifacts. Scattered across the world's museums and sought after by collectors, these incredible relics continue to intrigue and spark curiosity. "Looting Spiro Mounds" delves into the controversy surrounding these artifacts, shedding light on their significance and the questions that still linger to this day. Uncover the reasons why the people of Spiro abandoned their site, leaving behind their treasures but no forwarding address.
Don't miss your chance to explore the ongoing mystique of Spiro artifacts. Immerse yourself in the enthralling narrative woven by David La Vere as he combines history, adventure, and suspense into one captivating book. Whether you're an archaeology enthusiast or simply seeking a gripping read, "Looting Spiro Mounds" is a must-have addition to your collection.
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