Roundabout Notes Chiefly Upon The Ancient Circles Of Stones In The Isle Of Man: From Rough Pencilings Dotted Down In The Summer Of 1862 (1863)

Halliwell, James Orchard

ISBN 10: 1169440363 / ISBN 13: 9781169440364

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Roundabout Notes Chiefly Upon The Ancient Circles Of Stones In The Isle Of Man: From Rough Pencilings Dotted Down In The Summer Of 1862 (1863)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1169440363
• ISBN 13: 9781169440364
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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""Roundabout Notes Chiefly Upon The Ancient Circles Of Stones In The Isle Of Man: From Rough Pencilings Dotted Down In The Summer Of 1862"" is a book written by James Orchard Halliwell and published in 1863. The book is a collection of notes and observations made by the author during a summer trip to the Isle of Man in 1862. The focus of the book is on the ancient circles of stones found on the island, which are believed to have been used for religious or ceremonial purposes in prehistoric times. The author provides detailed descriptions of each circle, including their size, shape, and location, as well as his own speculations about their origins and meanings. The book is written in a conversational style, with the author sharing his personal experiences and impressions of the island and its people. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and archaeology of the Isle of Man, as well as those interested in prehistoric stone circles and their significance in ancient cultures.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.