Les Secrets de l’Île de Pâques, par Louis Castex, Hachette
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Published in 1966 by Hachette, The Secrets of Easter Island takes readers into one of the world's most fascinating archaeological mysteries.
Louis Castex explores the island's major enigmas: the ahu ceremonial platforms, the famous monumental statues, the traditions surrounding their construction, the mysterious rongorongo tablets often described as a lost script, and the remarkable Birdman cult.
Drawing upon archaeology, local traditions and explorers' accounts, the author examines both the established facts and the legends that still surround Easter Island today.
Illustrated with black-and-white photographs, the book provides an engaging introduction to one of the most intriguing civilizations of the Pacific.
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Paperback with illustrated flaps. Foxing to the top edge. Very good overall condition. 208 pages.
Authorial inscription loosely inserted and detached from the book.
About the author
Louis Castex belonged to a generation of writers fascinated by archaeological mysteries, lost civilizations and unexplained historical phenomena. His works sought to make these subjects accessible to a wide readership.
Historical Context
Published in 1966, the book reflects the growing public fascination with archaeology and ancient civilizations that characterized the post-war decades.
Legacy of the Book
Although research on Easter Island has advanced considerably since its publication, many of the questions discussed in the book continue to attract interest and debate among scholars and enthusiasts.
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Published in 1966 by Hachette, The Secrets of Easter Island takes readers into one of the world's most fascinating archaeological mysteries.
Louis Castex explores the island's major enigmas: the ahu ceremonial platforms, the famous monumental statues, the traditions surrounding their construction, the mysterious rongorongo tablets often described as a lost script, and the remarkable Birdman cult.
Drawing upon archaeology, local traditions and explorers' accounts, the author examines both the established facts and the legends that still surround Easter Island today.
Illustrated with black-and-white photographs, the book provides an engaging introduction to one of the most intriguing civilizations of the Pacific.