Arrowpoints, Spearheads, And Knives Of Prehistoric Times (1899)

By Thomas Wilson

Book Overview

Arrowpoints, Spearheads, and Knives of Prehistoric Times is a book written by Thomas Wilson and published in 1899. The book is a comprehensive guide to the various types of stone tools used by prehistoric peoples, including arrowheads, spearheads, and knives. Wilson begins by discussing the importance of stone tools in human history and the different materials that were used to make them. He then goes on to describe in detail the various shapes and styles of arrowheads, spearheads, and knives, and how they were used for hunting, fishing, and warfare.The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the different types of stone tools, as well as examples of how they were used in different cultures around the world. Wilson's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and lay readers interested in the history of human technology.Overall, Arrowpoints, Spearheads, and Knives of Prehistoric Times is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of stone tools and their role in human development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165988151
• ISBN13: 9781165988150
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Really Absorbing

This treasure of a book is a huge survey of prehistoric stone weapons, amazingly rendered in what must be hundreds of artfully detailed line drawings. The wonderful Helen Marshall Thomas frames the material perfectly. Besides having hours of fun with it, I came away with the strange sense of empathy and understanding for the prehistoric peoples who fashioned these early stone tools.

Amazing

I am so happy I bought this book. The line drawings are breathtaking. The writing is fascinating. This is truly a relic that I'm glad has been brought back to life for historians, collectors, etc.