Ritual And Rubbish In The Iron Age Of Wessex by J.D. Hill
A Study on the Formation of a Specific Archaeological Landscape
This scholarly work delves into the archaeological findings from the Iron Age in Wessex, exploring the significance of material culture and the role of ritualistic practices in shaping the social and cultural dynamics of the time. Through a detailed analysis of artifacts and settlement patterns, the book challenges traditional interpretations of Iron Age societies, suggesting that what might be dismissed as "rubbish" can offer profound insights into the everyday lives and spiritual beliefs of ancient communities. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the symbolic meanings and social functions of objects within their historical context.
Purchase from
Bookshop.org
- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
- No ratings yet
- Alternate Titles
- None
This book is not currently on any lists.