This classic work of archaeology offers a detailed and illuminating account of the excavation of the megalithic site at Carnac, in the Brittany region of France. Written by James Miln, a prominent Scottish antiquarian of the nineteenth century, it provides a wealth of information on the origins, design, and purpose of the mysterious stone circles and tombs of the region. Lavishly illustrated and thoroughly researched, it is a must-have for anyone interested in the prehistory of France or the development of megalithic culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.