Ancient Pillar Stones of Scotland Their Significance and Bearing on Ethnology

By George Moore

Book Overview

Ancient Pillar Stones of Scotland: Their Significance and Bearing on Ethnology is a book written by George Moore, which explores the historical significance of the ancient pillar stones found in Scotland. The book delves into the origins of these stones and their role in the history of Scotland, examining their significance in terms of both archaeology and ethnology. Moore provides a detailed analysis of the various types of pillar stones found in Scotland, including standing stones, cross-slabs, and Pictish symbol stones. He also discusses the various theories and interpretations that have been proposed about the purpose and meaning of these stones, ranging from religious and spiritual beliefs to political and territorial markers. The book offers a comprehensive overview of the history and culture of Scotland, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the ancient history of the region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417974699
• ISBN13: 9781417974696
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"