Readership: Scholars and students of prehistory, ancient art, archaeology, social anthropology, museum studies and heritage management.
Richard Bradley, Professor of Archaeology, University of Reading
"A reviewer of one of Bradley's earliest books commented that he could only find one fault in it - that the author had the trick of making what he wrote seem so easy and natural. It is a talent that he has maintained, making any of his major works, including this, immediately take its place as a leading contribution to the field with which it engages." - Time and Mind
"Bradley's book is stimulating and his arguments clearly exposed. This journey through later prehistoric art which Bradley invites fellow travellers to join may produce different, reactions, but it is certainly a voyage worth undertaking." - Madeleine Hummler, Antiquity
"Yet another fine book from Bradley... An excellent informative read." - George Nash, British Archaeology
"An attractive book which many of us would want in our libraries" - John Collis
"Richard Bradley ... begins his intriguing new book by challenging the readiness of prehistoric archaeologists" - Alasdair Whittle
"Image and Audience certainly functions as an enjoyable and rewarding read for the student of art and its place in archaeology" - Archaeological Review from Cambridge
"a thought-provoking volume, one of many from the Bradley stable, beautifully written and packed full of examples ... the book is supported by excellent referencing and imagery and will be a refreshing addition to the student and enthusiast's bookshelf." - Antiquaries Journal
I. The Problem with Prehistoric Art 1: The division of the spoils 2: Pattern and purpose II. Image and Audience in Megalithic Art 3: Notes from underground 4: The lives of statues 5: In open country III. Image and Audience in Bronze Age Scandinavia 6: Ships on bronzes, ships on stones 7: Crossing the water 8: The origin of fire IV. Prehistoric Art and Archaeology 9: Losses in translation
