A Study of the Fort of Dun Aengusa in Inishmore, Aran Isles, Ireland: Its Plan, Growth, and Records (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Thomas J. Westropp

9780332492056: A Study of the Fort of Dun Aengusa in Inishmore, Aran Isles, Ireland: Its Plan, Growth, and Records (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0332492052 ISBN 13: 9780332492056

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Unlock the history behind Dun Aengusa

Discover how this Aran island fort has sparked debate among scholars for over a century. This study combines legends, architectural clues, and field notes to explain what remains, what is ancient, and what was later restoration.

The book surveys legendary origins, possible builders, and the many theories about who built Dun Aengusa and why. It examines the fort’s complex walls, gateways, and possible timber defenses, comparing Irish and British accounts and tracing how interpretations have changed with new evidence. It also considers nearby sites and related forts to place the Dun in a broader landscape of early Irish architecture.

Learn how legends and archaeology intersect in understanding Dun Aengusa
See detailed descriptions of walls, gates, and the curious outer and middle ramparts
Explore debates over restoration, authenticity, and how to read ancient ruins
Compare contemporary accounts with field observations and measurements

Ideal for readers of Irish archaeology, architectural history, and legends who want a careful, measured view of a storied fort.

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