Cairns : messengers in stone / David B. Williams.

Author/creator Williams, David B., 1965-
Format Book
Edition1st ed.
Publication InfoSeattle : Mountaineer Books, 2012.
Description158 pages : illustrations, map ; 19 cm
Subjects

Contents Cairns on the trail -- The geology of cairns -- The ecology of cairns -- Age dating a cairn -- Burial cairns from the bronze age -- Trailside shrines -- Expedition cairns -- Stacking stones -- Cairns, a world tour.
Abstract An exploration of the history, meaning, and use of cairns (piled or stacked stones) around the world, from ancient to current times.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 148-154) and index.
LCCN 2012012632
ISBN9781594856815 (pbk)
ISBN1594856818 (pbk)
ISBN9781594856822 (ebk.)
ISBN1594856826 (ebk.)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks GT3910 .W55 2012 ✔ Available Place Hold