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United States. National Park Service
National Park Service (U.S.)
United States. Department of the Interior. National Park Service
Service, United States National Park
Service, National Park
Wupatki National Monument, Arizona
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"Wupatki National Monument, Arizona" by United States. National Park Service is a historical account written in the early to mid-20th century. This publication explores the archaeological significance and cultural history of the Wupatki region, focusing on the ancient Puebloan peoples who inhabited the area following a volcanic eruption in the 11th century. Through a detailed examination of the ruins and their historical context, this book sheds light on the complexities of human adaptation and cultural fusion in a challenging environment. The book presents a comprehensive overview of the Wupatki National Monument, detailing its significant architectural features and the various tribes that contributed to its cultural landscape. It discusses the impact of the Sunset Crater eruption, which transformed the environment and prompted a migration of farming tribes seeking fertile land. The narrative emphasizes the construction of impressive pueblos, such as Wupatki and the Citadel, and describes the social interactions among the diverse peoples who settled in this area. Ultimately, it captures the rise and decline of this vibrant community, revealing how climatic changes and external pressures led to their eventual abandonment, while also hinting at their lasting legacy as ancestors of the modern Hopi. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Wupatki National Monument (Ariz.)
Indians of North America -- Arizona -- Antiquities
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