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LoC No.: 03028804

Title: The archæology and prehistoric annals of Scotland

Alternate Title: The archaeology and prehistoric annals of Scotland

Note: Reading ease score: 53.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Richard Tonsing, Charlene Taylor, Feòrag
NicBhrìde and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Archæology and Prehistoric Annals of Scotland" by Sir Daniel Wilson is a scholarly work dedicated to the study of Scotland's national antiquities and the development of its early arts and civilization, written in the mid-19th century. The book reflects on the transitions between various prehistoric periods, such as the Stone, Bronze, Iron, and Christian periods, delving into archaeological evidence to trace the history and character of Scotland's people. It aims to establish a comprehensive system of Scottish archaeology, presenting its importance as the key to understanding significant historical truths. The opening of the work begins with a dedication to a prominent member of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, emphasizing the author's intention to uncover and present vital aspects of Scotland's archaeological heritage. Wilson discusses the revival of archaeological interest in Europe and critiques the traditional approach to history that often ignored the significance of pre-written periods. He sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Scotland's prehistoric past, highlighting the need for a methodical study of antiquities as essential to reconstructing the narrative of human history in Scotland—a narrative that had long been overshadowed by written records from later periods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wilson, Daniel, Sir, 1816-1892

EBook No.: 47948

Published: Jan 12, 2015

Downloads: 59

Language: English

Subject: Scotland -- Antiquities

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 03028804

Title: The archæology and prehistoric annals of Scotland

Alternate Title: The archaeology and prehistoric annals of Scotland

Note: Reading ease score: 53.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Richard Tonsing, Charlene Taylor, Feòrag
NicBhrìde and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Archæology and Prehistoric Annals of Scotland" by Sir Daniel Wilson is a scholarly work dedicated to the study of Scotland's national antiquities and the development of its early arts and civilization, written in the mid-19th century. The book reflects on the transitions between various prehistoric periods, such as the Stone, Bronze, Iron, and Christian periods, delving into archaeological evidence to trace the history and character of Scotland's people. It aims to establish a comprehensive system of Scottish archaeology, presenting its importance as the key to understanding significant historical truths. The opening of the work begins with a dedication to a prominent member of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, emphasizing the author's intention to uncover and present vital aspects of Scotland's archaeological heritage. Wilson discusses the revival of archaeological interest in Europe and critiques the traditional approach to history that often ignored the significance of pre-written periods. He sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Scotland's prehistoric past, highlighting the need for a methodical study of antiquities as essential to reconstructing the narrative of human history in Scotland—a narrative that had long been overshadowed by written records from later periods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Wilson, Daniel, Sir, 1816-1892

EBook No.: 47948

Published: Jan 12, 2015

Downloads: 59

Language: English

Subject: Scotland -- Antiquities

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.