Henry Rowlands

Mona Antiqua Restaurata

An Archaeological Discourse On The Antiquities, Natural And Historical, Of The Isle Of Anglesey, The Ancient Seat Of The British Druids (1766)

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Produktbeschreibung

Mona Antiqua Restaurata is a book written by Henry Rowlands in 1766. The book is an archaeological discourse on the antiquities, natural and historical, of the Isle of Anglesey, which was the ancient seat of the British Druids. The author provides a comprehensive account of the history, culture, and customs of the island, as well as its archaeological remains, which include megalithic monuments, burial mounds, and stone circles. The book also explores the flora and fauna of the island, as well as its geological features. Mona Antiqua Restaurata is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the ancient history and culture of the Isle of Anglesey and the British Druids.In Two Essays, With An Appendix.This scarce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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 400
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 280mm x 210mm x 21mm
• Gewicht: 975g
• ISBN-13: 9781437136586
• ISBN-10: 1437136583
• Artikelnr.: 25515893

Autorenporträt

Henry Rowlands (1655-1723) was a Welsh clergyman, antiquarian, and topographer, who made significant contributions to Welsh history and antiquities. Born at Plas Gwyn, Llanedwen, Anglesey, he received a classical education, being ordained deacon in 1682 and becoming rector of Llanidan in 1696. He devoted himself to the investigation of stone circles, cromlechs, and other prehistoric remains, especially those of his native county, his hypothesis being that Anglesey was the ancient metropolitan seat of the Druids. He corresponded with Edward Lhuyd, Browne Willis, and other leading antiquaries. Besides Mona Antiqua Restaurata, his works include Treatise on Geology, Idea Agriculturæ, and Antiquitates Parochiales. He is regarded as pioneer in his field and the history of a number of places of antiquarian importance would have been unknown to us but for his writings.