The ruined cities of Mashonaland: Being a record of excavation and exploration in 1891

Name: The ruined cities of Mashonaland: Being a record of excavation and exploration in 1891
Author: J. Theodore Bent

By J. Theodore Bent

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A detailed account records excavations and explorations in Mashonaland, describing ruined stone cities through architectural descriptions, plans, measurements, and artifact catalogues. It combines archaeological observation—walls, towers, stone patterns, and rock carvings—with comparisons to other ancient sites and historical sources, including Portuguese and Arabian parallels. The narrative interleaves travelogue material on journeys, landscapes, and encounters with local peoples, plus appendices on regional geography and on temple orientation and mensuration, offering both field notes and interpretive discussion of origins and function.

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J. Theodore Bent

J. Theodore Bent was a British archaeologist and explorer known for his significant contributions to the study of ancient civilizations in Southern Arabia and Africa. His notable works include "Southern Arabia," which details his explorations and findings in the region, and "The Ruined Cities of Mashonaland," documenting his excavations in Zimbabwe in 1891. Bent's writings reflect his keen interest in the history and archaeology of lesser-known areas, providing valuable insights into the cultures and societies that once thrived there. His explorations have left a lasting impact on the fields of archaeology and historical research.