Newgrange Co Meath Ireland
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Exploring Newgrange
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Author : Liam Mac Uistín
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1999
Exploring Newgrange written by Liam Mac Uistín and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Architecture categories.
Older that the Egyptian pyramids, older than Stonehenge, the tomb at Newgrange in County Meath, Ireland, is one of the oldest structures in the world. For 5,000 years it has housed the remains of a formidable Stone Age people, sheltering the spirits of the long dead from the outside world. Modern archaeological techniques have revealed much about the lives of our Stone Age ancestors, but questions about the tomb at Newgrange remain. Why did a group of Megalithic settlers spend years building a massive tomb? How did they move the huge boulders? What do the symbols inscribed on the stones mean? The author attempts to piece together the clues left behind by this extraordinary Stone Age civilization.
Newgrange Co Meath Ireland
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Author : Michael J. O'Kelly
language : en
Publisher: BAR International Series
Release Date : 1983
Newgrange Co Meath Ireland written by Michael J. O'Kelly and has been published by BAR International Series this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1983 with Social Science categories.
Older than Stonehenge, Mycenae and the Egyptian pyramids, the huge megalithic tomb of Newgrange in Ireland stands as a testament to the achievements of our Stoneage forebears over 5000 years ago. This is an account of that structure.
Light Years Ago
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Author : Tim O'Brien
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1992
Light Years Ago written by Tim O'Brien and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with Archaeoastronomy categories.
A Pocket Guide To Newgrange And The Boyne Valley
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Author : Gill Books
language : en
Publisher: Gill Books
Release Date : 2021-02-26
A Pocket Guide To Newgrange And The Boyne Valley written by Gill Books and has been published by Gill Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-02-26 with Social Science categories.
Older than Stonehenge, older than the Pyramids, Newgrange in Co Meath was built over 6,000 years ago. This remarkable Neolithic structure by the legendary River Boyne has fascinated visitors for millennia, but became a significant tourist site after its excavation and partial reconstruction by archaeologist Michael O'Kelly in the 1960s and 70s. Regarded as Ireland's greatest national monument, Newgrange has entered Irish mythology through its associations with ancient deities, and today it continues to fascinate archaeologists and visitors alike. A Pocket Guide to Newgrange and the Boyne Valley contains everything you need to know about one of Ireland's most significant historical landmarks.
Illustrated Guide To Newgrange And The Other Boyne Monuments
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Author : Claire O'Kelly
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1978
Illustrated Guide To Newgrange And The Other Boyne Monuments written by Claire O'Kelly and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1978 with Social Science categories.
First Light
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Author : Robert Hensey
language : en
Publisher: Oxbow Books
Release Date : 2015-06-30
First Light written by Robert Hensey and has been published by Oxbow Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-06-30 with History categories.
Newgrange in Ireland is a world famous monument not only because of its vast scale and elaborate megalithic art, but also because of its renowned alignment to the sun on the winter solstice. Yet the origins of Newgrange remain somewhat mysterious. Across Ireland over two hundred similar passage tombs are found, some of which are considerably older than Newgrange. These less investigated monuments reveal that the origins of Newgrange may be hidden in plain sight. A progression in the scale and sophistication of construction of these passage tombs, developments in the styles of megalithic art, and an increase in the scale and craftsmanship of associated artefacts may be observed, which taken together indicate a lengthy process of development. In short, Robert Hensey uncovers an untold history at Newgrange; an island-wide story of incremental changes over hundreds of years, of a society in evolution, perhaps in extremis, who left behind such a rich, enigmatic and patterned legacy. This book not only charts the earlier history of Newgrange, but addresses why it was constructed, what was its purpose. In the Boyne Valley, through Newgrange and related sites at Br na Binne, we have evidence not only of extraordinary physical accomplishments, but of tremendous acts of imagination; a testament to rich and developed inner worlds. In this book, it is proposed that the concept of an otherworld which could be embodied by and accessed through passage tombs was a central motivator in passage tomb construction from its earliest beginnings. Newgrange is at the end of a long tradition of monuments dedicated to the religious needs of Neolithic communities, from small-scale monuments built by early farming groups; to potent otherworld centres of ritual training at the edge of society; eventually to temple-like monuments standing at the very heart of the religious and political sphere in Neolithic Ireland. Challenging both orthodox archaeological opinions and popular conjecture, this will be an important book for anyone interested in Neolithic archaeology.
Mythical Ireland
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Author : Anthony Murphy
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-11-07
Mythical Ireland written by Anthony Murphy and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-11-07 with categories.
Mythical Ireland embodies the search for a soul among Ireland's ancient ruins, and is an attempt to retrieve something of deeper import from 5,000-year-old megalithic monuments and their associated myths. The book represents a fascinating and engaging journey through time, landscape and the human spirit. Dealing with archaeology, interpretive mythography, cosmology and cosmogony, the book attempts to grapple with a core meaning, something beyond the functional interpretations of academia. In this revised and expanded edition, Anthony Murphy delves further into the many enthralling aspects of this journey. Just how much knowledge did locals have of the secrets of Newgrange before it was excavated? Who is the Cailleach, the ancient hag goddess whose image is ubiquitous in the ancient landscape? What happened to make Ireland's Stonehenge disappear from the landscape? Who were the first kings of Tara? What were the indigenous Irish myths about the Milky Way? Did someone try to steal the Tara Brooch? Why are there myths in Ireland about flooded towns and cities? Lavishly illustrated with exquisite photographs of the Irish landscape and ancient monuments, Mythical Ireland represents a personal and yet universal journey, a quest to reimagine the shrines as empowering and transformative sacred places. Murphy invokes the druids and poets of the Boyne and thus the sídhe of the ancient texts are reawakened for a modern and turbulent world.
Newgrange And The Bend Of The Boyne
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Author : Geraldine Stout
language : en
Publisher: Cork University Press
Release Date : 2002
Newgrange And The Bend Of The Boyne written by Geraldine Stout and has been published by Cork University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with History categories.
The book is also concerned with the future of this protected cultural landscape and recommends actions to ensure its' preservation."--Cover.
Newgrange
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Author : Christopher O'Callaghan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
Newgrange written by Christopher O'Callaghan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with History categories.
"Despite the accepted fact that Newgrange is one of the most advanced Neolithic constructions designed and built to manage the rays of the sun, many writers persist with the 300 year old classification that Newgrange is merely a passage grave, or burial tomb." "In Newgrange, temple of life, Chris O'Callaghan challenges that claim, proposing that this commonly coined 'passage grave' description seriously misrepresents what the leaders, astronomers, architects, engineers, artists, builders and hundreds of workers achieved on the Newgrange ridge over 5,000 years ago."--BOOK JACKET.
Wakeman S Handbook Of Irish Antiquities
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Author : William Frederick Wakeman
language : en
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Release Date : 2023-07-18
Wakeman S Handbook Of Irish Antiquities written by William Frederick Wakeman and has been published by Legare Street Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-18 with categories.
Discover the fascinating world of Irish antiquities with Wakeman's comprehensive guide. From ancient relics to medieval castles, this book covers all aspects of Irish archaeology and history. Featuring beautiful illustrations and detailed descriptions, this book is a valuable resource for scholars and casual readers alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.