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Article: Theoretical Perspectives in Rock Art Research.(and Handbook of Rock Art Research) (book review)
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- Antiquity
- Article date:
- March 1, 2002
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Rock art
KNUT HELSKOG (ed.). Theoretical perspectives in rock art research. 330 pages, 79 figures, 1 table. 2001. Oslo: Novus; 82-7099-338-7 hardback Kr395 & 50.60 [euro].
DAVID S. WHITLEY (ed.). Handbook of rock art research. 863 pages, 244 figures, 2 tables. 2001. Walnut Creek (CA): Alta Mira; 0-7425-0256-2 hardback $99.95.
Dr HELSKOG introduces 15 papers under four headings: theory; beliefs; landscapes; and gender. The first set ranges over methodology as well as interpretation of symbolism. D. Vogt considers a history of long lurches in interpretation from generation to generation in southern Norway and Sweden. Dr Whitley discusses the ...