02440cam a22003013u 4500 30931 UtSlPG 20260610133715.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 GN Latham, R. G. (Robert Gordon), 1812-1888 The Ethnology of the British Islands Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-01-11 Produced by Colin Bell, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "The Ethnology of the British Islands" by R. G. Latham is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work focuses on the diverse populations and historical developments of the British Isles, exploring the complex interrelations between the British, Gaelic, and other tribes that occupied the islands throughout history. It engages with subjects such as early migrations, cultural influences, and the evolving identities of various groups, ultimately aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of the genetic and cultural makeup of the British population. At the start of the book, Latham sets the stage for his exploration by discussing the nature of ethnology and emphasizing the need for minutiae in studying the British Isles compared to broader global human varieties. He introduces key themes related to the historical presence of different groups, including the Kelts and Germans, and sets out to analyze the evidence regarding their origins and interactions. Latham reflects on the archaeological and linguistic aspects of these populations, laying the groundwork for the detailed investigations that will follow in subsequent chapters, particularly regarding burial practices, the introduction of metallurgy, and the shifting social conditions of early inhabitants of the islands. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Ethnology -- Great Britain https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30931 71777 71777