Seven weekly programmes, introduced by Professor Colin Renfrew , that examine what is now known about the origin of man and his social development.
3: The Earliest Ceremonials
The true purpose of the Henges of Southern Britain, the Neolithic figurines of Central Europe, the elaborately decorated buildings of the Near East of 10.000 years ago, may be Interpreted as the earliest signs of ceremonial activities. PETER FOWLER questions this With JAMES MEBLAART , DR RUTH TRINGHAM , DR GEOFFREY WAIN-WRIGHT and DR MICHAEL ROW-LANDS. BBC Bristol