Sun Dagger, The

Synopsis

Documents the celestial calendar created by the Anasazi Indians in New Mexico, and only recently discovered by modern man. Explores the complex culture of the Anasazi who lived so attuned to the movements of the heaven that they were able to construct this calendar, sometimes called ‘America’s Stonehenge’, and thrive in the harsh environment of Chaco Canyon more than a thousand years ago. Narrated by Robert Redford.

Language

English

Country

United States

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS (NTSC only). col. 60 min.

Year of production

1983

Availability

Sale; 1995 sale: US$24.95 (+p&p)

Subjects

Archaeology; Astronomy

Keywords

Anasazi; Indians of North & South America; New Mexico; prehistoric sites; Stonehenge

Credits

Cast

Robert Redford

Distributor

Name

Astronomical Society of the Pacific

Web

http://www.aspsky.org External site opens in new window

Phone

+1 415 337 2464

Fax

+1 415 337 5205

Address

390 Ashton Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94112
USA