The Topanga Culture: Final Report on Excavations, 1948 by Treganza and Bierman

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Author Treganza, Adan E. (Adan Eduardo), 1916-1968
Author Bierman, Agnes, 1923-2018
LoC No. a58009533
Title The Topanga Culture: Final Report on Excavations, 1948
Series Title University of California Anthropological Records, Vol. 20, No. 2
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Summary "The Topanga Culture: Final Report on Excavations, 1948" by A. E. Treganza and A. Bierman is a scientific publication written in the mid-20th century. This work presents the findings and analysis of archaeological excavations conducted at the Tank Site in Topanga Canyon, California. The book focuses on the artifacts, burial practices, and the broader implications for understanding the Prehistoric Topanga Culture in Southern California. At the start of the report, the authors introduce the Tank Site and detail its significance as a location for uncovering aspects of the Topanga Culture, including its economic behaviors and burial practices. They discuss prior work at the site and outline the cooperative efforts that led to large-scale excavations in subsequent years. The authors' meticulous detailing of excavation methods and the variety of artifacts—including tools for milling and hunting—sets the stage for a deeper exploration into the social and cultural aspects of the people who once inhabited the area, as they seek to provide a comprehensive understanding of this archaeological site. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject Topanga Canyon (Calif.)
Subject California -- Antiquities
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EBook-No. 42654
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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