Brochs of Scotland (Shire Archaeology) [Paperback]

J.N.G. Ritchie (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 15, 2011 | Series: Shire Archaeology (Book 53)

This book examines some of the most spectacular ancient monuments in Britain - the iron age brochs of north and west Scotland. It sets the building of these unique fortifications into context and examines some of the impressive sites that may still be visited, including the brochs of Mousa and Clickhimin in Shetland and Carolway on Lewis. There is a short section on what brochs are not - including 'Pictish' towers. A select gazetteer of some of the most important brochs is followed by a list of museums in which representative artefacts are preserved. There is a short bibliography.

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About the Author

Graham Ritchie was educated at Arbroath High School, Angus, and graduated in Prehistoric Archaeology at Edinburgh University, undertaking research in Celtic weapons. Since 1965 he has been on the staff of the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland, where he is now Head of Archaeology.

Product Details

• Paperback: 56 pages
• Publisher: Shire; 2nd edition (February 15, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0747803897
• ISBN-13: 978-0747803898
• Product Dimensions: 5.8 x 0.2 x 8.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,509,023 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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