In Stonehenge, he delivers a rigorous account of the nature and history of the monument, while also placing the enigmatic stones in a wider cultural context, exploring how antiquarians, scholars, writers, artists, 'the heritage industry' - ...
Argues that Stonehenge's scientific purpose was to observe the setting midwinter sun, and that astronomical observations made by the ancient Britons were as rational and methodical as they are today.
Stonehenge
Stonehenge
Stonehenge is, and always will be, not only the ultimate symbol of prehistoric achievement but one of the past's most enduring mysteries. In "Stonehenge: The Story So Far", Julian Richards...
Stonehenge stands today one signpost left along the way that identifies the building race.
What exactly was Stonehenge used for?
Drawing on extensive research Damien Pryor lets you in on Stonehenge's surprising secrets: * How mysterious shadow-fields were created by Megalithic Druidic priests at Stonehenge, Cornwall and Carnac * The reason for the shape of Stonehenge ...
Ramilisonina (1998a), 'Stonehenge for the ancestors: the stones pass on the message', Antiquity, vol. 72,308–26; Parker Pearson, M. and Ramilisonina (1998b), 'Stonehenge for the ancestors: part 2', Antiquity, vol. 72,855–6.
The accidental timing of this book’s completion perfectly coincides with a general re-awakening of interest, and English Heritage’s radical plans to provide Stonehenge with a new visitors’ centre, together with their intention to ...
In this book Mike Parker Pearson draws on two decades of research, the results of recent excavations and cutting-edge scientific analyses to uncover many of the secrets that this prehistoric stone circle has kept for 5,000 years.
Who built Stonehenge, and why is it one of the great mysteries of the prehistoric world?
This book is an imaginative exploration of a place that has fascinated, intrigued and perplexed visitors for centuries.
This book looks at the history, mystery and sacred tales of Stonehenge, England's most cherished landmark.
Examines the site of the huge stone monument known as Stonehenge, discussing who built it, as well as theories on when, how, and why it was constructed.
Stonehenge: A History in Photographs
Discusses the mysteries surrounding Stonehenge, including who built it, what it was used for, and how it was built.
Uncover the mystery of Stonehenge with diagrams, strong photos, and hi/lo text.
Endorsed by English Heritage experts, this a uthoritative book uses the latest archaeological methods and discoveries to explain current knowledge on Stonehenge '
There have been many attempts to explain the purpose of Stonehenge. Using archaelogical detail and a knowledge of the heavens as they were many millennia ago, North establishes the function...