The Cumberland River Archaic of Middle Tennessee (Florida Museum of Natural History: Ripley P. Bullen Series)

This comprehensive volume provides a groundbreaking analysis of shell-bearing sites across the southeastern United States, offering valuable insights into the lives and cultures of the people who inhabited these regions thousands of years ago.

With contributions from leading experts in the field, this book offers a wealth of new data and fresh perspectives on the Archaic period shell deposits that have been largely overlooked until now. Through a combination of surveys, excavations, laboratory work, and geospatial analysis, the authors provide a detailed understanding of the stratigraphic context, zooarchaeological data, and other interpretive methods used to study these sites.

The book also addresses broader cultural debates and research biases, providing a more nuanced understanding of the individual communities and cultures that created these shell-bearing sites. Whether you are a scholar, student, or simply someone interested in the history and culture of the southeastern United States, this volume is an essential resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this fascinating region and its people.

So why wait? Order your copy today and discover the secrets that lie hidden within these ancient shell deposits!