Encyclopaedia of Rude Stone Monuments All Countries

Book Details
• Author: James Fergusson
• ISBN: 9788130716701
• Volumes: Set in 2 Volumes
• Pages: 662 pp + 234 Illustrations
• Year of Publishing: 2015
• Binding: Hardbound
• Publisher: Cosmo Publications

Description
Till antiquaries are agreed whether the circles are temples, tombs, or observatories, whether the dolmens are monuments of the dead or altars for sacrifices, and whether the mounds are tombs or law courts, it seems impossible, without debating every point, to write anything that will be generally accepted. Furthermore, until it is determined whether they are truly prehistoric or erected during the periods where tradition and history place them, it is difficult to present a simple, universally accepted narrative regarding their age or use.

As a result of this ongoing confusion, it was not feasible to compile a work that is merely a historical and statistical account of Rude Stone Monuments across the world. Nevertheless, James Fergusson assembled this monumental work from the available fragments, presenting a survey that also takes the form of a structured argument.

This work offers:
• A greater number of facts regarding Rude Stone Monuments than previously compiled.
• Carefully selected illustrations covering a vast geographical area.
• Insightful arguments on the nature, origin, and purposes of these ancient structures.

The set would be of immense value to historians, archaeologists, anthropologists, and students of architecture.