- Title: Ancient Man in Britain - Author: Donald A. Mackenzie - Publisher: Senate Softcover, English text, good condition. Some wear to page edges. "Ancient Man in Britain" by Donald A. Mackenzie explores the history of early inhabitants of the British Isles from the Ice Age to the Roman period. The book delves into archaeological evidence, myths, and legends to paint a comprehensive picture of their lives, customs, and beliefs. Mackenzie challenges common perceptions of early Britons as primitive, highlighting their advanced craftsmanship, burial rituals, and societal structures. The book centers on the lives of early humans in Britain, from the Paleolithic era to the Roman conquest. Mackenzie confronts the idea that early Britons were simple savages, presenting evidence of their sophisticated skills and societal organization. The book draws on insights from various fields like geology, archaeology, philology, ethnology, and anthropology to reconstruct the past.