Over 20 years ago I acquired a copy of Dr. Gramly’s first work describing and illustrating the artifacts of paleo man in North America. Since that time, I have utilized that work countless times as a reference when doing research for articles or editing the work of others. The concise definitions and illustrations allowed me to quickly understand the artifacts of this period and some of these artifacts continue in use throughout the prehistory of the Americas. To now have an updated version that is enlarged and enhanced is an absolute treasure that I am sure will become my go-to reference for years to come. This work will be a valuable resource to the academic researcher, the casual collector, or anyone interested in the prehistory of man in North America.

Steven R. Cooper, editor of The Central States Archaeological Journal, The Official Overstreet Indian Arrowheads Identification and Price Guide and author/editor of Who's Who in Indian Relics

R.M. Gramly once again treads into scarce and unknown territory where few others have gone before, taking the boundaries of New World Paleolithic discoveries to new dimensions. With this updated and comprehensive work he leads readers to a new awakening and understanding of the possibilities of Paleolithic tool forms in the New World.

Gary L. Fogelman, former editor of Indian Artifact Magazine and collector of Paleo-era points and tools

In this beautifully illustrated book, Richard Gramly moves beyond the historical archaeological focus on fluted stone tools in the Americas, bringing the diversity of stone, bone, antler, and wood tools to light. This book is a valuable addition to the archaeological record and a must read for seasoned and upcoming archaeologists.

Paulette Steeves, associate professor, Sociology-Anthropology, Canada Research Chair Tier 11 Indigenous History Healing and Reconciliation, Algoma University

This well illustrated compendium Guide to Palaeolithic Artifacts and Features of the Americas is a welcomed addition to the author’s previous volumes on the Palaeo-American artifacts of North America. Trained as an Old World prehistorian and a life long contributor of Palaeo-American studies, Gramly is uniquely suited to compile this volume.

Albert C. Goodyear, PhD, retired research professor, the South Carolina Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology and lead archaeologist on the Topper site in South Carolina

I enthusiastically welcome Gramly's ever-comprehensive Guide for many, and especially, for two reasons. First, because it underscores the obvious but little-appreciated fact that the first archaeological evidence of humans in the New World was left by immigrants who, in their homelands, would be regarded as Upper Paleolithic peoples. Second, because it focuses our attention non-lithic technologies which, although rarely recovered, are essential to fleshing out the story of the first Americans.

Bruce J. Bourque, emeritus senior lecturer in anthropology, Bates College, Lewiston, ME and retired senior archaeologist, Maine State Museum, Augusta, ME