The Druidical Temples of the County of Wilts - E Duke - Bog

The Druidical Temples of the County of Wilts is a book written by E. Duke, which explores the ancient Druidical temples located in the county of Wiltshire, England. The book is a detailed and comprehensive guide to these prehistoric sites, which are some of the most important and mysterious monuments in the country. The author provides a wealth of information on the history, architecture, and significance of each temple, as well as the myths and legends associated with them. The book is illustrated with numerous drawings and photographs, which help to bring the temples to life and make them more accessible to readers. Whether you are a history buff, a lover of ancient architecture, or simply curious about the mysteries of the past, The Druidical Temples of the County of Wilts is an excellent resource that will provide you with a fascinating glimpse into the world of the ancient Druids.1846. Contents: origin and progress of idolatry; on barrows; origin and extent of druidism; Silbury Hill; on the serpent at Abury; temples at Abury; temples of Mercury and Venus; ancient British trackway; St. Ann's Hill, remarks on the feudal system; temples of Mars and Jupiter; Stonehenge; names of Stonehenge; on the Fosse of Stonehenge and the stones located on it; Stonehenge and the conjoint Temple of Saturn and the Sun; Platonic cycle; summary of the foregoing arguments and conclusion.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.