Screeton, Paul
Quest for the Hexham Heads
- ISBN 13:
- 9781905723942
- author:
- Screeton, Paul
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Fortean Words
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 24.6 x 18.9 x 1.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Folklore & Mythology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Quest for the Hexham Heads Human heads have long been a source of fascination, and the carved Hexham Heads are no exception. Believed to be of Celtic origin, these enigmatic sculptures have captivated those who have encountered them. The author's own collection of replicas, including one created in the 1950s and another made just before a boy and his brother unearthed the originals, serves as a testament to their enduring appeal. Since acquiring these 'archaic' facsimiles, Paul Screeton has devoted forty years to his quest for the truth about the Hexham Heads. This personal and professional journey has taken him down a path of discovery, driven by a desire to understand the significance and meaning behind these mysterious sculptures. Through his research and investigation, the author has shed new light on the history and cultural context of the Hexham Heads, revealing a complex and intriguing story that continues to captivate and inspire.
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