An Archaeology of Natural Places

by Richard Bradley

Book Overview

This volume explores why natural places such as caves, mountains, springs and rivers assumed a sacred character in European prehistory, and how the evidence for this can be analysed in the field. It shows how established research on votive deposits, rock art and production sites can contribute to a more imaginative approach to the prehistoric landscape, and can even shed light on the origins of monumental architecture. The discussion is illustrated...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415221501
• ISBN13: 9780415221504
• Release Date: February 2000
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.2" x 9.2"