The Ancient Stone Implements, Weapons and Ornaments, of Great Britain
by John Evans (1823–1908)
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- Reading level: 8th & 9th grade
"The Ancient Stone Implements, Weapons and Ornaments, of Great Britain" by John Evans is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work serves as an extensive examination of prehistoric stone artifacts in Great Britain, detailing their classifications, uses, and methods of manufacture. It draws comparisons with similar artifacts from other regions, showcasing the advancements and practices of early human civilization. The opening of the book presents the author's preface and introductory remarks regarding the importance of studying stone implements and their place in archeological history. Evans expresses gratitude to several contributors and highlights the goal of providing comprehensive information on prehistoric tools, weapons, and ornaments. He outlines the organization of the text, indicating that it will first cover Neolithic antiquities before progressing to the Palæolithic era, and emphasizes the significant attention being given to these artifacts by archaeologists at the time. This initial section sets a scholarly tone and prepares readers for a detailed exploration of Great Britain's ancient stone heritage.
- Great Britain · Antiquities
- Stone age · Great Britain
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Chapter II: On the Manufacture of Stone Implements in Prehistoric Times
INTRODUCTORY.
The Iron, Bronze, and Stone Ages — Bronze in use before Iron — Persistence of Religious Rites — Use of Stone in Religious Ceremonies — Stone Antiquities not all of the same Age — Order of Treatment . . . 1
Pyrites and Flint used for striking Fire — Strike-a-light Flints — The Gun-flint Manufacture — Gun-flint Production — Modes of producing Flakes — Pressigny Nuclei — Rough-hewing Stone-hatchets — Ancient Mining for Flint — Flint-mines at Grime’s Graves and Spiennes — Production of Arrow-heads — Flaking Arrow-heads — Arrow-flakers — Grinding Stone Implements — Methods of Sawing Stone — Methods of Boring Stone — Boring by means of a Tube — Progress in Modes of Manufacture . . . 14
IMPLEMENTS OF THE NEOLITHIC PERIOD.
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This free edition of The Ancient Stone Implements, Weapons and Ornaments, of Great Britain by John Evans comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #51960, released 2016-05-02. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: History - Ancient, Archaeology & Anthropology.
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