Notice of Runic Inscriptions Discovered during Recent Excavations in the Orkneys (eBook)

Unveiling Ancient Runes: A Scholarly Exploration of Orkney's Mysteries

James Farrer (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
1115 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406622145-4 (EAN)

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James Farrer's 'Notice of Runic Inscriptions Discovered during Recent Excavations in the Orkneys' is a meticulous and scholarly exploration of the runes found in the Orkneys, shedding light on the rich history and culture of the region. Farrer's writing style is precise and informative, providing detailed descriptions of the inscriptions and their significance in a readable manner. The book situates these findings within the context of Norse mythology and ancient Scandinavian literature, offering readers a deeper understanding of the runes' importance in the Orkney Islands. This work serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in linguistics, archaeology, or Norse history. James Farrer's expertise in the field is evident throughout the book, making it a reliable and authoritative source on the topic. It is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts alike, seeking to unravel the mysteries of the Orkney runic inscriptions.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte / Antike
• Schlagworte: Ancient languages • ancient runes • Antiquities • archaeology • excavations • Germanic • historical discoveries • Inscriptions • Maes Howe • norse history • Orkney • Orkneys • Runic • Runic inscriptions • Scandinavian literature • Scotland • Viking artifacts