The Indians of the Mesa Verde

A comprehensive guide to the ancient Puebloan people who inhabited the Mesa Verde region of Colorado, providing a detailed account of the Pueblo culture, including social structure, religious beliefs, and daily life. It looks at the architecture and engineering of the cliff dwellings and other structures using archaeological evidence and historical records to provide a vivid picture of the Pueblo way of life, and why they eventually abandoned their homes and moved to other areas. Illustrated with photographs, drawings, and maps and diagrams to help give readers better understand the layout of the Mesa Verde region.