R. Gwinn Vivian

This is a part of the Chaco Canyon Series published by the University of Utah as a quick reference guide for the general reader interested in learning about the culture and area. It is best paired with the more detailed books of Stephen H. Lekson.

This is an essential guide to Chaco. It loses a star since I didn't think that the encyclopedia format worked very well in presenting the information. I would have preferred more of a narrative approach to the subject since I (and I assume most other readers) will not be using it as a reference book, but as a way to learn more about Chaco.