A Study of the Fort of Dun Aengusa in Inishmore, Aran Isles, Ireland: Its Plan, Growth, and Records (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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As to the age of the fort, worked implements of chert and flint have been found in it, and also bronze ornaments, one probably later than the fifth century. The comparatively small sharp masonry gives less impression of age thanthe large blocks, well-marked batter, and (as a rule) lower walls on the forts on the mainland in Mayo, Clare, and Galway. The blocks of the wall are not as weather-worn as those in the ramparts of Moghane and the Cahercarbery forts on Kerry Head. It is hard to believe that walls so slightly battered are of vast age as they stand; but the inception of the fort and the collection of the material may date far back in the past. The chevaux de frise, with the evident channelling of the tops of its pillars, is probably very early; but we have seen reason to believe that the walls have been extensively rebuilt in the past; and perhaps this was done when repairs were required, on several occasions, long before the restoration of 1884.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a detailed study of Dun Aengusa, a prehistoric hill fort on the Aran Islands off the west coast of Ireland. The author traces the fort's history from its legendary origins to its restoration in the 19th century, examining its architectural features, modifications, and archaeological significance. The author argues that the fort's construction and development likely occurred over several centuries, with various additions and modifications made as needed. The book explores the fort's role in Irish mythology and its place within the broader context of Irish prehistory, offering insights into the lives and beliefs of the people who built and inhabited it. Through meticulous research and analysis, this book sheds light on the architectural ingenuity and cultural significance of Dun Aengusa, providing a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Irish history and archaeology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332201433_0
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