In this illustrated study of Stonehenge, rediscover Britain’s most enigmatic monument, not as a ruin of primitive builders, but as a sacred temple constructed by the Druids in alignment with celestial forces.Long before modern archaeology took shape, William Stukeley sought to uncover the spiritual and cultural significance of Stonehenge. Combining meticulous field observation with classical sources and mystical philosophy, this volume explores the monument’s geome...

In "Itinerarium Curiosum," William Stukeley embarks on a meticulous exploration of his travels across England, deftly intertwining the realms of archeology and natural history. The book is imbued with Stukeley'Äôs distinctive prose, marked by detailed observations and a keen eye for the mystical connections between ancient sites and the landscape that surrounds them. His literary style, rich in anecdotes and personal reflections, not only captures the imagination but serves as a riveting h...

Itinerarium Curiosum (Centuria I) by William Stukeley is a pioneering work that explores the historical, archaeological, and antiquarian significance of various sites in England, particularly focusing on ancient monuments and their cultural relevance. Stukeley, an antiquarian and physician, is known for his contributions to the study of British archaeology and his detailed observations of prehistoric sites.The book is structured as a travel narrative, documenting Stukeley's journeys across...

In "The Philosophy of Earthquakes, Natural and Religious," William Stukeley embarks on a thought-provoking exploration of seismic events, contextualizing them within both a scientific and a theological framework. Utilizing an Enlightenment-era style characterized by empirical observation and rational analysis, Stukeley deftly examines the causes and implications of earthquakes, arguing that they serve as reflections of divine will and philosophical inquiry. His meticulous attention to deta...

Of the name of Stonehenge. These works prior to the Roman times. Who were the builders? Of the general situation of it, again. Of the beauty of its general proportion. A peep into it. A walk round the area. Remarks on two stones standing on the vallum, and two corresponding cavities for water vases: explained from ancient coins. That the Welsh are the remains of the Belgæ from the continent, who lived here at the Roman invasion, and by whose reports, Stonehenge was built by the most ancien...

Stonehenge, A Temple Restor'd to the British Druidsby William Stukeley"Like Lockyer's Stonehenge and Other British Stone Monuments Astronomically Considered, William Stukeley's 1740 study of Stonehenge stands out among the huge number of books on the subject. Stukeley was a pioneer preservationist. He lamented the callous treatment of the majestic ruins both by tourists and landholders. He coined the term 'trilithon' for the doorway-like arrangement of three stones, now comm...

The intent of this Treatise is to oblige the curious in the Antiquities of Britain: it is an account of places and things from inspection, not compiled from others’ labours, or travels in one’s study. I own it is a work crude and hasty, like the notes of a traveller that stays not long in a place; and such it was in reality. Many matters I threw in only as hints for further scrutiny, and memorandums for myself or others: above all, I avoided prejudice, never carrying any author along with ...

THE Wiltshire downs, or Salisbury plain, (as commonly call’d) for extent and beauty, is, without controversy, one of the most delightful parts of Britain. But of late years great encroachments have been made upon it by the plough, which threatens the ruin of this fine champain, and of all the monuments of antiquity thereabouts. Monuments, we can scarce say, whether more wonderful in themselves, more observ’d, or less understood! among them, Stonehenge has been eminent from the remotest age...

IN a family that has been in all ages remarkably the friend of the muses, I think myself happy, that I have a particular claim. To You, my Lord, this dedication is devolv’d by hereditary right. Through Your father’s auspices and encouragement, I began and continued the work. He was ever pleas’d to look upon my mean performances with a favourable eye; and to assist me out of the inexhaustible fund of his own knowledge, in all kinds of ancient learning; and promised to patronize it, when pub...

Immerse yourself in the enigmatic Stonehenge. Join antiquarian William Stukeley on a journey through time in "Stonehenge, a Temple Restor'd to the British Druids." Stukeley, a pioneer of archaeology, ventures beyond the crumbling stones. He argues for a radical proposition: Stonehenge wasn't just a monument, it was a grand Druid temple. Explore ancient astronomy, forgotten religions, and the secrets whispered by these megaliths. Is Stonehenge a testament to a lost civilization? Stukeley's ...

Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England never fails to amaze and fascinate; and has been the subject of speculation, research and investigation for centuries. This is an early look at this enigmatic location. As the author says in the preface: "A few years ago I spent some time every summer in viewing, measuring, and considering the works of the ancient Druids in our Island; I mean those remarkable circles of Stones which we find all over the kingdom, many of which I have seen, but of many more I...

In "Abury, A Temple of the British Druids, With Some Others, Described," William Stukeley presents a profound exploration of the ancient ceremonial sites of the British Druids, particularly focusing on the famed circle at Avebury. This work, written in the early 18th century, combines meticulous empirical observations with a rich narrative that blends antiquarian scholarship with the romantic sensibilities of the Enlightenment. Stukeley's literary style is characterized by vivid descriptio...