The Mysteries of Easter Island
- ISBN-10
- 0716626659
- ISBN-13
- 9780716626657
- Category
- Easter Island
- Pages
- 48
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2014
- Publisher
- World Book, Incorporated
Description
"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"--
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