Historical Introduction to Studies Among the Sedentary Indians of New Mexico; Report on the Ruins of the Pueblo of Pecos

This work by Adolph Francis Alphonse Bandelier an esteemed Swiss-American archaeologist and ethnologist serves as both a historical introduction to his studies on the Indigenous peoples of New Mexico and a detailed report on his findings at the ruins of the Pueblo of Pecos. Bandelier’s research grounded in historical documentation and personal fieldwork aims to shed light on the culture social structure and history of the Pueblo peoples who lived in the region long before European contact. In the historical introduction Bandelier provides an overview of the cultural practices and sedentary lifestyle of the Pueblo Indians emphasizing their unique adaptations to the environment and community-centered way of life. He contextualizes these findings within the broader scope of Spanish colonization highlighting the profound impact of European influence on Pueblo society religion and governance.