Megaliths, myths, and men: An introduction to astro-archaeology

By Peter Lancaster Brown

Book Overview

As commonly used, the term "megaliths" refers to huge, free-standing, neolithic stones whose origin and meaning have long been debated by archaeologists and students of prehistory. Perhaps the most... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0800851870
• ISBN13: 9780800851873
• Release Date: January 1976
• Publisher: Taplinger Pub. Co
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Age Range: 15 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 10 and higher

Customer Reviews

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Very enjoyable overview of archaeo-astronomy. Brown neatly debunks the lunatic fringe, reveals some of the unsung heroes of the field, and provides a clear summary of current ideas for the lay person.