Editor Pritchard (archaeologist, Tennessee Valley Authority) and 14 co-contributors discuss prehistoric excavations conducted at many sites in the Tennessee Valley Authority's (TVA) jurisdiction. Discussions also focus on TVA's role in the excavations and its commitment to minimizing damage to prehistoric sites in the Tennessee River Valley. Authors also describe TVA's history from its beginnings as a New Deal program to its status today as a federal corporation and energy provider. The book includes numerous photographs and illustrations. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)