The Megalithic Monuments of Britain and Ireland

The Megalithic Monuments of Britain and Ireland

by Chris Scarre (Author)

Synopsis

From Stonehenge to Newgrange, the richest array of megalithic monuments in Europe is found in Great Britain and Ireland. The number and sheer diversity of these structures is astonishing, including massive stone rows and circles, as well as barrows, chambered tombs and earthwork enclosures. In this concise but authoritative overview, Chris Scarre guides us around these monuments. This invaluable, authoritative overview of some of our greatest and most-visited monuments is ideal for traveller, tourist and student alike.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 160
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Published: 16 Apr 2007

ISBN 10: 0500286663
ISBN 13: 9780500286661
Book Overview: An accessible survey of the megalithic monuments of Britain and Ireland

Media Reviews
'An informative and stimulating overview of a complex subject' - Minerva
Author Bio
Chris Scarre is a Professor of Archaeology at the University of Durham. He has written or contributed to many books, including The Human Past and The Seventy Wonders of the Ancient World, both of which he edited.