How to Read Prehistoric Monuments: Understanding Our Ancient Heritage

Alan Butler

WATKINS PUB Limited, 2011 - Architecture - 262 pages

"This comprehensive, illustrated guide to Britain's earthworks, henges, and standing stones explores how and why they were built and used, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the religious, civic, and social practices of their creators. An A-Z section details all the site types in the British Isles, and each monument is identified by latitude and longitude, making it easy for history buffs to find them using maps and geo-location devices."--Amazon.com.

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Review: How to Read Prehistoric Monuments: Understanding Our Ancient Heritage

User Review  - Kelley - Goodreads

I like the AZ reference in the beginning of the book which helps in learning the terminology. Although we know little about prehistoric people, by reading this book I'm more convinced we take for ...

Review: How to Read Prehistoric Monuments: Understanding Our Ancient Heritage

User Review  - Trine - Goodreads

Essential reading for anyone interested in prehistoric monuments. Very thought-provoking read!

Bibliographic information

• Title: How to Read Prehistoric Monuments: Understanding Our Ancient Heritage
• Author: Alan Butler
• Edition: illustrated
• Publisher: WATKINS PUB Limited, 2011
• ISBN: 1907486445, 9781907486449
• Length: 262 pages
• Subjects: Architecture / Buildings / Landmarks & Monuments; History / Ancient / General; History / Europe / Great Britain; Social Science / Archaeology; Travel / Europe / Great Britain