Aboriginal Indian Remains In Jamaica (1897)

Aboriginal Indian Remains In Jamaica (1897) is a book written by James Edwin Duerden, an English botanist and archaeologist. The book provides a detailed account of the discovery and study of the remains of the indigenous people of Jamaica, the Tainos or Arawaks. Duerden describes the various sites where these remains were found, including burial grounds, caves, and rock shelters. He also discusses the artifacts and objects found alongside the remains, such as pottery, stone tools, and ornaments. The book also delves into the culture and way of life of the Tainos, including their religion, social structure, and agricultural practices. Duerden's work is considered an important contribution to the field of Caribbean archaeology and provides valuable insight into the pre-Columbian history of Jamaica.With A Note On The Craniology Of The Aborigines Of Jamaica.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.