Sacrifice, like death, is one of the great taboo subjects of modern society. The notion that human sacrifice, murder most horrid and even cannibalism could be considered a most holy act is almost inconceivable. Yet the evidence for human sacrifice in north-west Europe, deriving from both archaeology and the testimony of Classical writers of the first centuries BC/AD, has to be confronted. This is the challenge of this original, but often disturbing, book. Brings together a wealth of archaeological, anthropological and historical evidence that has not been previously available is a valuable asset to scholars.
Reviews
A very ambitious book, set fair to become a bestseller. * Journal of the British Archaeological Association *



Book Information
ISBN 9780752425283
Author Miranda Green
Format Paperback
Page Count 240
Imprint The History Press Ltd
Publisher The History Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 610g
Dimensions(mm) 241mm * 171mm * 13mm