Rock Art - The Meanings Myths Behind Ancient Ruins in Southwest Beyond

Informationen zum Autor By Stewart M. Green Klappentext Rock Art explores the fascinating history of ancient human-made stone markings that have puzzled historians, archaeologists, and hikers alike for centuries. What is rock art, and who created these mysterious symbols, and why are so many pieces of artwork similar across disparate and long-forgotten cultures? How was rock art made--and, more importantly, why? These questions and more are addressed in this comprehensive guide, complete with full-color images and travel listings. Whether you're fascinated by the wondrous ancient imagery imprinted on the landscape or just curious about the markings alongside your favorite hiking trail, Rock Art is the only guide you need to better understand this mysterious and beautiful art form. Zusammenfassung Rock Art explores the fascinating meanings behind the ancient human-made stone markings that have puzzled historians and hikers alike for centuries. What is rock art! and who created these mysterious symbols! many of which are similar across disparate and long-forgotton cultures? How was rock art made--and! more importantly! why? These questions and more are addressed in this comprehensive guide! complete with full-color images. Also included is a where-to guide to finding the best U.S. rock art sites

Product details

• Authors: Stewart Green, Stewart M Green, Stewart M. Green, Green Stewart M.
• Publisher: Falcon press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.09.2018
• EAN: 9781493017072
• ISBN: 978-1-4930-1707-2
• Dimensions: 153 mm x 227 mm x 10 mm
• Subjects: Guides > Nature; Non-fiction book > Nature, technology > Natural science; USA, ART / History / General, Art of indigenous peoples, ART / American / General, History of Art, Relating to indigenous peoples, United States of America, USA, Indigenous styles, ART / Indigenous