Discovering Ancient Ireland

A comprehensive history of Ireland's prehistorical archaeology Taking Ireland's first human colonization as its starting point, this history leads us on a journey through the vast, enigmatic landscape of prehistoric Ireland. It distinguishes the various significant periods in Irish prehistory and discusses the life and culture of the people who left their marks on the landscape. Readers are introduced to the farming methods, the defense mechanisms, the hierarchy structures, and the art and the beliefs of Irish prehistoric ancestors. Each period is presented with its most important archaeological sites, such as the Boyne Valley, Dún Aenghus, and the Hill of Tara, accompanied by photographs from the author's collection. This clear and accessible guide to the prehistoric landscape of the island will enrich any reader's understanding of ancient Ireland.

About the author

Kelli Ann Malone is a lecturer in anthropology with a specialist interest in archaeology.

Summary

Discovering ancient Ireland

Product details

• Authors: Malone, Kelli Ann Malone
• Publisher: The History Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2021
• EAN: 9781845889777
• ISBN: 978-1-84588-977-7
• No. of pages: 128
• Dimensions: 163 mm x 231 mm x 8 mm
• Weight: 295 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Antiquity; Non-fiction book > History > Pre and early history, antiquity; Archäologie, Irland, Antike, Vereinigtes Königreich, Großbritannien