Prehistoric Astronomy in the Southwest By Putnam

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Was the knowledge of time a great secret "back in the day"?...Was said, secret knowledge the source of political power and wealth?...Did the world of Chaco, the Maya and the rest when everyone found out that the powers at be did not make the sunrise and make the days get longer just in time to plant, afterall?...Heck, I don't know. But you can read the facts, herein.

From Another Reader: Well illustrated and easy to read. One of the most important astronomical revelations of the late 20th century in the American Southwest is explained in a practical way. A solid foundation of astronomy is explained to you by an expert who educates students at University of Colorado at Boulder. Malville's observations at Chimney Rock (S-W Colorado) indicate a complete understanding of the ancient moon watcher observing lunar standstills. He has proof that construction began 1076 C.E. on this lunar observitory pueblo, shortly after a major lunar standstill that was visable only once every 18 years between a pair of chimney rocks. The full moon rise between the chimneys every year, near winter solstice, would be enough but Malville educates further. Also included is an astronomy education concerning Mesa Verde, Yellow Jacket, Chaco Canyon and other S-W pueblo sites, all known to be of astronomical importance to their builders. This is pure brain food, and fun!

Product Code: W26C