Notes On The Barrows And Bone Caves Of Derbyshire: With An Account Of A Descent Into Elden Hole (1877)

By Rooke Pennington

Book Overview

""Notes On The Barrows And Bone Caves Of Derbyshire: With An Account Of A Descent Into Elden Hole"" is a book written by Pennington and Rooke in 1877. The book is a detailed account of the barrows and bone caves found in Derbyshire, England, and includes a description of a descent into Elden Hole, one of the most famous caves in the region.The authors provide a comprehensive overview of the various archaeological sites found in Derbyshire, including the barrows, which are ancient burial mounds, and the bone caves, which contain the remains of prehistoric animals and humans. They describe the different types of barrows found in the area, including round, long, and bell-shaped mounds, and provide information on the contents of the burial chambers.The book also includes a detailed account of the authors' descent into Elden Hole, a deep vertical cave located in the Peak District of Derbyshire. They describe the equipment and techniques used to navigate the cave, as well as the geological formations and fossils found within it.Overall, ""Notes On The Barrows And Bone Caves Of Derbyshire: With An Account Of A Descent Into Elden Hole"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the archaeology and geology of Derbyshire and the surrounding areas. It provides a detailed and informative account of the region's ancient history and the natural wonders that can be found there.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165419262
• ISBN13: 9781165419265
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"