This book provides a fascinating historic and photographic overview of all the major United States American Indian archaeological sites. In Part I, each site is described in detail, and travel directions are included for those who might wish to visit them. The Cheesmans spent years visiting museums and archaeological sites in North, Central and South America, and comparitive photographs show that some of the American civilizations had strong influences from Palestine and surrounding areas. Part II is a photo-documentary that compares over a hundred American artifacts with similar artifacts from the Middle East. Shown side by side, the photos and accompanying information clearly demonstrate the strong cultural links some ancient Indian cultures share with Middle East origins and cultures. Prepared in a scholarly but highly readable style, this unique book will be enjoyed by all who are interested in Indians, archaeology and ancient American origins. Since the first printing of this book, Dr. Cheesman has passed away. During his life, he was an outstanding author and educator. His credentials were impressive: a science teacher, a professional photographer, a U.S. Navy chaplain, and a corporate president in Miami, Florida. It was while in Florida that Dr. Cheesmans' business travels took him to Mexico and to North, Central and South America. Thus, his interest in ancient American cultures eventually prompted his return to academic life. For 23 years Dr. Cheesman pursued the studies of the Old and New Worlds anciently, as they relate to Christian studies. He has published eight books and produced several documentary films on this subject - seen throughout the world and published in many languages. He pursued his early schooling in San Diego, California, where he received his B.A. degree from San Diego State College, with graduate studies at UCLA and the University of Miami. He then secured his master's degree and his doctorate at Brigham Young University, where he taught for many years. For many years Mrs. Cheesman assisted Dr. Cheesman in his studies and also in his writing. They traveled around the world together three times, gathering data for his books, on such subjects as ancient writing on metal, and the cultural similarities between the Old and New Worlds. They made a good team. He took all of his own photographs, while she collected and documented the research data. She is, in her own right, a free-lance writer, having published a trilogy of poetry, and has, by commission, written several educational books and articles. She has written an extensive pioneer cookbook entitles Pioneer Recipes, Remedies and Poetry. Dr. and Mrs. Cheesman are the parents of five sons and one daughter. Used Book in Good Condition