A 19th-century pseudoarchaeological work, this book argues that Atlantis was a real, advanced civilisation located in the Atlantic Ocean. Drawing from Plato's dialogues, the author suggests that survivors of a cataclysmic event spread knowledge to ancient cultures across Europe and the Americas, influencing their development. The book posits that these connections explain similarities in language, mythology, and architecture among disparate ancient societies. While not scientifically accepted, it significantly influenced later theories about lost civilisations.
Dimensions:
22 x 14.5 x 2.5 cm
Format:
Hardcover with dust jacket
Author:
Ignatius Donnelly
Publisher:
Sidgwick and Jackson, Ltd.