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John Smith

John Smith

The book by John Smith, "Prehistoric Man in Ayrshire' is over 100 years old, but still represents one of the best accounts of this period in the archaeology of the county. It's celebrated author was not only knowledgeable in archaeology but also geology, natural history, travel, languages and literature. He published several papers and books on a range of subjects, communicated with many of the important scientists and societies of his day, and was always willing to lead excursions, give away books and parts of his collection, and to share his knowledge.

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