A Field Guide to Aboriginal Rock Engravings - Softcover

Stanbury, Peter; Clegg, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0195540212 ISBN 13: 9780195540215

Publisher: OUP Australia and New Zealand, 1996

Synopsis

Rock engravings are among the least known and most subtle examples of Australian art. This authoritative guide explains their historical and cultural significance, how they were made and used, and how to interpret them. Ritual use, carving methods, and engraving styles are discussed, as is the
relationship of the engravings to the Dreaming. Many of the engravings are freely accessible in national parks, but are seldom visited or understood.

The book provides practical information and maps, sketches and photographs of easily accessible sites in the Sydney area, which has more prehistoric rock art than any other city in the world. Sites in other areas of Australia are also listed.

Burnum Burnum, in his preface, comments: I acknowledge Peter Stanbury and John Clegg as the foremost living authorities on these works. David Campbell's poetry adds another dimension to understanding these engravings. The book, which includes colour photographs and a bibliography, will be welcomed
by Australians and tourists.

About this title

About the Author

Peter Stanbury is a former Director of the Macleay Museum in Sydney.

Edition details

• Publisher: OUP Australia and New Zealand
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 0195540212
• ISBN 13: 9780195540215
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 176