Florida houses the densest concentration of artesian springs in the world. However, many springs are imperilled by pollution, development, and groundwater extraction. Archaeologists have long recognized the importance of springs in the past, but typically focus solely on their ecological capacities....

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Main Author:	O'Donoughue, Jason M. 1979- (Author)
Format:	Electronic eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Gainesville University of Florida Press 2018
Series:	Florida Museum of Natural History. Ripley P. Bullen series
Subjects:	Geschichte Indians of North America / Florida / Saint Johns River Valley / Antiquities Excavations (Archaeology) / Florida / Saint Johns River Valley Springs / Florida / Saint Johns River Valley Geologie Saint Johns River Valley (Fla.) / History Saint Johns River Valley (Fla.) / Antiquities Florida
Online Access:	BSB01 Volltext
Summary:	Florida houses the densest concentration of artesian springs in the world. However, many springs are imperilled by pollution, development, and groundwater extraction. Archaeologists have long recognized the importance of springs in the past, but typically focus solely on their ecological capacities. Meanwhile, contemporary conservation narratives rely on a trope of timeless, pristine springs that likewise downplays their historical significance. This work draws on recent archaeological research at a number of springs to examine their long-term significance and the relevance of archaeological knowledge to modern conservation efforts
Item Description:	Previously issued in print: 2017. - Includes bibliographical references and index
Physical Description:	1 online resource illustrations (black and white), maps (black and white)
ISBN:	9781683400301
DOI:	10.5744/florida/9781683400097.001.0001