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Prehistoric Cavers of Mammoth Cave
Mammoth Cave is a time capsule. Ancient cane reed torches, woven slippers, gourd bowls, and other American Indian artifacts that would have rotted away above ground are preserved in the dry cave, giving us a glimpse of an ancient culture. American Indians first ventured into the cave 4000 years ago. They explored about twelve miles of passages, climbing over rocks and crawling through tight holes by torchlight; they were probably the greatest cave explorers of the ancient world.
Archeologists have written great papers, articles and books about the ancient cavers and the treasures they left, but the writing was aimed as other archeologists, not average folks curious about the distant past. The book Prehistoric Cavers of Mammoth Cave makes archeology available to everyone.
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Reviews for Prehistoric Cavers of Mammoth Cave
"Prehistoric Cavers of Mammoth Cave is a generally well-though-out and nicely produced account of early human activity and archaeological minutiae, this interesting book will appeal to anyone - tourist or caver, alike - interested in a short, easily readable introduction to this fascinating period in human history."
Danny A. Brass, NSS News, May, 2005
"Prehistoric Cavers of Mammoth Cave gives an insightful look at the first people who ventured into the world's longest cave system."
Kentucky Monthly, March, 2005
"Colleen is a National Park Interpretive Ranger; part of her job description is to educate tourists, so she is well placed to both research the subject of who and why early people penetrated so far into Mammoth Cave, and to present it in an entertaining fashion. The result is a well-produced little production. Just as today we discuss the best kit to use underground, look no further for details of prehistoric cave gear, food, and artists' techniques."Chris Howes, Descent, June/July 2005