Prehistoric Remains Of Caithness: With Notes On The Human Remains (1866)

Prehistoric Remains of Caithness: With Notes on the Human Remains is a book written by Samuel Laing in 1866. The book provides a detailed account of the prehistoric remains found in Caithness, a historic county in the northeast of Scotland. Laing's work includes descriptions of the various types of prehistoric structures found in the region, including chambered cairns, standing stones, and brochs. He also provides information on the tools and weapons used by the prehistoric inhabitants of Caithness, such as stone axes and arrowheads. In addition to the prehistoric remains, Laing also includes notes on the human remains found in the area. He describes the burial practices of the prehistoric people and provides insights into their beliefs and customs. Laing's book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the prehistory of Scotland and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the people who inhabited Caithness thousands of years ago.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.