Megaliths, Myths and Men: An Introduction to Astro-Archaeology (Paperback)

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Noted British astronomer’s fascinating study of early astronomical knowledge through the interpretation of Stonehenge, Carnac, other megalithic sites. Stone Age sculpture, astronomical computations, radiocarbon dating, many other topics. Over 140 maps, photos, illustrations. "...essential summary of astronomy in the Stone Age" (New Scientist). Bibliography. Index.

Product Details

• Paperback: 328 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications; Dover Ed edition (March 17, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0486411451
• ISBN-13: 978-0486411453
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,303,575 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars overview, June 28, 2002

By	Michael Pearce (Los Angeles, California.) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Very enjoyable overview of archaeo-astronomy. Brown neatly debunks the lunatic fringe, reveals some of the unsung heroes of the field, and provides a clear summary of current ideas for the lay person.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Megaliths,Myths and Men, January 15, 2001

By A Customer

Author presents the astronomy side of astro-archaelogy very well. Reader is advised to have firm understanding of solar and moon mechanics. The author gives considerable details regarding origin and cultural history of Stonehenge and other sarcens. Different historians are quoted throughout book and examined in context of present archaelogy. Debate still exists over ceremonial/religious usage of Stonehenge. Author presents past ideas of a Mycenaean influence, pre-Roman conquest, and Egyptian influence.