Presents an overview of archaeology, including how ancient sites become buried and are relocated and techniques of excavating. Relates information archaeology has revealed about Amerindians.
Briefly discusses the techniques and tools archaeologists use to locate and study artifacts from the past and highlights milestones in the history of archaeology.
Describes the work of archaeologists and discusses some significant archaeological finds in the old and new worlds and what they have revealed about man's progress and civilization through the ages.
Describes several successful searches for lost treasure, including discoveries of sunken Spanish ships off the coast of Florida, the sacred well of the Mayas in Yucatan, and the Lost Dutchman Mine in Arizona.
