Includes bibliographical references (p. 170-173) and index.

A collection of artistic renderings of ancient native art from six North American regions. Descriptionsaccompany each illustration, providing information on location of the original image, the culture it came from, and what is known about its significance and meaning for the people who created it. The b&wdrawings provide clearer images of the petroglyphs than can normally be achieved with photography.Includes brief introductions on the visible language of petroglyphs and on preserving these treasures.