The Origin of the Aryans. An Account of the Prehistoric Ethnology and Civilisation of Europe

Isaac Taylor

• Editore: Porirua Publishing
• Anno: 2024
• ISBN:
  9781991305633
• Argomento: Historia
• Categoria: Historia del antiguo Egipto

Embark on an enlightening exploration of ancient Europe with Isaac Taylor's The Origin of the Aryans: An Account of the Prehistoric Ethnology and Civilization of Europe. This seminal work offers a comprehensive and scholarly examination of the origins, migrations, and cultural development of the Aryan peoples, whose influence has profoundly shaped the history and civilization of Europe.Taylor, a distinguished philologist and ethnologist, meticulously pieces together the puzzle of Aryan prehistory through a synthesis of linguistic, archaeological, and anthropological evidence. His rigorous analysis traces the roots of the Aryan peoples, delving into their early habitats, societal structures, and the extensive migrations that spread their language and cultural practices across the European continent.The Origin of the Aryans provides readers with an in-depth understanding of the various theories and debates surrounding Aryan origins. Taylor critically examines the evidence for the Proto-Indo-European homeland, offering insights into the linguistic connections and cultural exchanges that link the diverse Aryan-descended populations.In addition to tracing the migratory paths and settlements of the Aryans, Taylor explores their contributions to the prehistoric civilization of Europe. He sheds light on the advancements in agriculture, metallurgy, social organization, and religious practices that the Aryans introduced, which laid the foundations for later European societies.The Origin of the Aryans invites readers to delve into the distant past and discover the intricate web of influences that shaped the prehistoric ethnology and civilization of Europe. Isaac Taylor's work remains a cornerstone in the study of ancient European history and the enduring legacy of the Aryan peoples.

Indice dei contenuti

• Title page
• TABLE OF CONTENTS
• LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS.
• PREFACE.
• CHAPTER I. — THE ARYAN CONTROVERSY.
• CHAPTER II. — THE PREHISTORIC RACES OF EUROPE.
• CHAPTER III — THE NEOLITHIC CULTURE.
• CHAPTER IV. — THE ARYAN RACE.
• CHAPTER V. — THE EVOLUTION OF ARYAN SPEECH.
• CHAPTER VI. — THE ARYAN MYTHOLOGY.