Astronomy in Prehistoric Britain
- Synopsis
- Introduction to the hypotheses of Alexander Thom on prehistoric observational astronomy. The method by which such observations might have been made is explained with the aid of diagrams and animation. The evidence in support of Thom’s idea is reviewed and its implications discussed. There are also specifically shot film sequences, showing two possible prehistoric astronomical sites.
- Language
- English
- Medium
- Video; Videotape reel. RCA 2 in. b&w. 53 min.
- Year of production
- 1971
- Availability
- Hire
- Subjects
- Astronomy
- Keywords
- prehistoric cultures; Thom, Alexander
Credits
- Writer
- Euan W MacKie
- Cast
Euan W MacKie
Sponsor
Distributor
- Name
University of Glasgow, Department of Media Services
- Phone
- 0141-330 4611
- Fax
- 0141-330 5674
- Address
- Southpark House
64 Southpark Avenue
Glasgow
G12 8QQ - Notes
- 1985 cat still current 1994
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