Based on his original doctoral dissertaiton the author expands his thesis re-evaluating the archaeological data provided by various excavations in the Anasazi region. Emphasis is placed on the importance of tree-ring and radiocarbon dated sites to generate regional chronological patterns.  The significance of maize cultivation and evolving migration patterns are also given in-depth consideration.  Includes a lengthy bibliography.  Hardback.  147 pages.  Lacks the dustjacket, otherwise in good clean condition (not an ex-library book).  Cat No 4616