Publication: Atlas Obscura
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Ley Lines and the Allure of Imposing Order on History's Chaos
Atlas Obscura • 12 Feb 2025 • ~3250 words
Colin Dickey explores ley lines, theorized as unseen lines connecting ancient sites, and their evolution from archaeological speculation to metaphysical importance. It traces the origins of the idea to Alfred Watkins' "The Old Straight Track" and its subsequent interpretations, c...