Historians of art or religion and mythologists; such as Joseph Campbell and Mircea Eliade; have written extensively on prehistoric religion; but no one before has offered a comprehensive and uniquely archaeological perspective on the subject. Hayden opens his book with an examination of the difference between traditional religions; which are passed on through generations orally or experientially; and more modern “book†religions; which are based on some form of scripture that describes supernatural beings and a moral code; such as Judaism; Christianity; and Islam. He attempts to answer the question of why religion developed at all; arguing that basic religious behaviors of the past and present have been shaped by our innate emotional makeup; specifically our ability to enter into ecstatic states through a variety of techniques and to create binding relationships with other people; institutions; or ideals associated with those states.
#4225229 in Books 2004-11Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.50 x .37 x 5.50l; .48 #File Name: 1585496936160 pages
Review
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Unit reference compilationBy Harry A PierceTraditionally this is NOT a book; but simply a unit reference guide. It is quite interesting as unit names morphed numerous times during the war. Unfortunately a little actual unit history; other than actions present at and units assigned to; would have helped; (also would have made it somewhat readable). Still it is interesting as a basic tool; whether the information is totally true is a question; due to the obvious stresses the units underwent. Personally I would have arranged it differently as it is confusing to have battalion data precede regimental followed by battalion and occasionally named units (rather than numbered). Still without it; you could miss a lot of unit information when reading actual battle accounts. Recommended for referencing. Thanks; Harry!
