Publisher's Synopsis
The Secret of the Southwest Solved by Talkative Tree Rings is a book written by Andrew Ellicott Douglass, a renowned astronomer and dendrochronologist. The book is a fascinating account of Douglass' research and discoveries in the field of dendrochronology, which is the study of tree rings and their relationship to climate and other environmental factors.The book begins with Douglass' early years as an astronomer and his fascination with the ancient ruins of the Southwest. He noticed that many of the ruins had wooden beams that were still intact after hundreds of years, and he wondered if he could use the tree rings in those beams to learn more about the climate and environment of the past.Douglass then goes on to explain the basics of dendrochronology and how he used tree rings to create a chronology of the Southwest's climate over the past thousand years. He also discusses how he used tree rings to date the construction of ancient ruins and to understand the cultural and environmental changes that occurred in the region over time.The book is written in a conversational style and is filled with interesting anecdotes and insights into the life and work of a pioneering scientist. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Southwest, as well as for anyone interested in the science of dendrochronology.Horizons Of American History Are Carried Back To A.D. 700 And A Calendar For 1,200 Years Established By National Geographic Society Expeditions.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.
