A study of the fort of Dun Aengusa in Inishmore, Aran isles, Ireland: its plan, growth, and records [1910]

Westropp, Thomas J. (Thomas Johnson)

Published by Recreasoft, Paris, 2026

About this Item

Language: English. Approximately 64 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1910. Text in English. This scholarly work provides an in-depth examination of Dun Aengusa, a remarkable prehistoric fortification located on Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands off the coast of Ireland. The study meticulously analyzes the fort's architectural features, its strategic significance, and its historical development over time. Thomas Johnson Westropp, a noted Irish archaeologist and antiquarian, draws upon extensive field observations, historical records, and comparative studies to reconstruct the fort's evolution. The work includes detailed illustrations and bibliographical footnotes, making it an essential resource for researchers interested in Irish archaeology, medieval fortifications, and the cultural heritage of the Aran Islands. This reprint preserves the original text and provides modern scholars with access to this foundational study. Book images are non-contractual.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A study of the fort of Dun Aengusa in Inishmore, Aran isles, Ireland: its plan, growth, and records [1910]
• Publisher: Recreasoft, Paris
• Publication Date: 2026
• Binding: Softcover
• Edition: Reprint.
• Condition: New