Megalithic engineering techniques: experiments using axe-based technology

Authors
Osenton, CJ
Citation
Cj. Osenton, Megalithic engineering techniques: experiments using axe-based technology, ANTIQUITY, 75(288), 2001, pp. 293-298
Citations number
2
Categorie Soggetti
Archeology
Journal title
ANTIQUITY
ISSN journal
0003598X → ACNP
Volume
75
Issue
288
Year of publication
2001
Pages
293 - 298
Database
ISI
SICI code
0003-598X(200106)75:288<293:METEUA>2.0.ZU;2-Z
Abstract
The author reports on experiments in megalithic construction using axe-base d technology and proposes methods whereby relatively small groups of skille d workers could effectively transport and erect standing stones and dolmen.