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The mysteries of Easter Island. / - English-language revised edition. - Chicago, USA World Book 2014 - 48 pages; color illustrations; 28 cm. - Enigmas of history .

Includes index.

Easter Island -- The giant statues of Easter Island -- How did the Rapanui reach Easter Island? -- How were the statues made and transported? -- Raising the statues -- Anatomy of the statues -- Unique statues -- What was the significance of the statues? -- The Tongariki Ahu -- Why were the statues destroyed? -- Environmental archaeology -- Later history of Easter Island -- The birdman cult and social class -- The writing of Easter Island -- Places to see and visit.

"An exploration of the questions and mysteries that have puzzled scholars and experts about the remote location of Easter Island, including its culture, giant statues, and writing. Features include a map, fact boxes, biographies of famous experts on Easter Island, places to see and visit, a glossary, further readings, and index"--

ISBN: 9780716626657 0716626659

LCCN: 2014007069

Subjects--Geographic Terms:
Easter Island--History --Juvenile literature.
Easter Island--Antiquities --Juvenile literature.

Index Terms--Genre/Form:
History.

LC Class. No.: F3169 / .M97 2014

Dewey Class. No.: 996.18