Euan W. MacKie
Professor Challenger and his Lost Neolithic World: The Compelling Story of Alexander Thom and British Archaeoastronomy
Professor Challenger and his Lost Neolithic World: The Compelling Story of Alexander Thom and British Archaeoastronomy
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Professor Challenger and his Lost Neolithic World is a semi-autobiographical book that explores Alexander Thoms theories about the alignment of prehistoric monuments in the landscape across key Neolithic sites in the UK and Ireland. It charts the author's investigation of these theories and the changing reception of Thoms ideas by the archaeological profession. The book presents historical summaries of evidence from these sites and adds the compelling evidence from the Ness of Brodgar as an appendix to justify the author's approach.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 158 pages
\n Publication date: 04 February 2021
\n Publisher: Archaeopress
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Professor Challenger and his Lost Neolithic World is a captivating blend of the authors two profound passions: reconstructing the Neolithic mind and engaging in constructive challenges to prevailing consensus within his professional domain. The book takes a semi-autobiographical approach, tracing the author's exploration of Alexander Thoms theories, particularly regarding the alignment of prehistoric monuments across various key Neolithic sites, including Kintraw, Stonehenge, and Orkney. It vividly maps the evolving reception of Thoms ideas by the archaeological community, ranging from initial curiosity and acceptance to growing skepticism.
The text provides comprehensive historical summaries of evidence from key Neolithic sites across the UK and Ireland, complemented by the compelling evidence from the Ness of Brodgar presented as an appendix in final support of the author's approach.
Through meticulous research and thoughtful analysis, Professor Challenger and his Lost Neolithic World offer a fresh perspective on the Neolithic era, challenging established narratives and shedding light on the rich tapestry of human history. This captivating work will captivate scholars, enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this fascinating period.
\n Weight: 514g\n
Dimension: 202 x 274 x 14 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781784918330\n \n
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