Andrew Lawler
Author of The Secret Token: Myth, Obsession, and the Search for the Lost Colony of Roanoke
About the Author
Andrew Lawler is the author of more than a thousand newspaper and magazine articles on subjects ranging from asteroids to zebra-fish. A contributing writer for Science magazine and a contributing editor for Archaeology magazine, he has written for National Geographic, Smithsonian, Discover, show more Columbia Journalism Review, the New York Times, and the Washington Post, among others. This is his first book. See more at www.andrewlawler.com. show less
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The Secret Token: Myth, Obsession, and the Search… by Andrew Lawler
A decent enough exploration and synopsis of the various aspects of the Roanoke colony history, myths, legends, &c.
½
Well written, entertaining, reasonably accurate from what I can tell.
A spellbinding history of the hidden world below the Holy City - a saga of biblical treasures, intrepid explorers, and political upheaval
If you are someone who loves archaeology and enjoys reading about the uncovering ancient ruins, then this book is for you. Under Jerusalem is full of stories, intrigue, politics, and belief that the next find is right around the corner (or under the next layer of dirt).
The author takes us from the moment when archaeology in Jerusalem really gets hopping with the finding of the final resting place of an ancient queen. He brings us right up to the present with a look at the way both the Israelis and the Palestinians view the ongoing archaeological endeavors. The author doesn't take sides. He just presents the facts.
This book is well worth reading. Now I must watch Raiders of the Lost Ark.… (more)
The author takes us from the moment when archaeology in Jerusalem really gets hopping with the finding of the final resting place of an ancient queen. He brings us right up to the present with a look at the way both the Israelis and the Palestinians view the ongoing archaeological endeavors. The author doesn't take sides. He just presents the facts.
This book is well worth reading. Now I must watch Raiders of the Lost Ark.… (more)
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