Mysteries in History: From Prehistory to the Present

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In 75 chapters, Aron, senior editor for the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, provides answers to such perplexing questions as why the pharoahs built the pyramids, why the Mayan culture collapsed, who discovered America, and who killed Jimmy Hoffa. For each mystery, Aron presents the question, all theories about its solution, and available evidence. He also includes a list of references for further study after every chapter. However, this book is more than a history text, and it demonstrates how professional historians do detective work to resolve such mysteries even centuries later. Aron provides a fascinating read to encourage student research and investigation.