Cave

[Cave] examines the position of caves in our culture in the broadest of senses and with some considerable success. . . . It is both well written and mouth-watering to look at . . . beautifully produced and illustrated, interesting to read, and deserves a place on the bookshelf of most cavers and speleologists. -- Cave and Karst Science Cave is unusual in that it succeeds in crossing divides, merging legend and fact, science, and art --any caver willing to be challenged with new ideas will enjoy this book. -- DarknessBelow Caves are seen as a source of creation and wisdom, as well as a source of our worst fears. In both cases, they represent the unknown. This book provides an intriguing opening into that poorly understood underground world and the mysteries and secrets (both imagined and real) that lie deep within it. -- Australian Book Review The adventures of cavers who have pushed the boundaries of cave study make fascinating reading. . . . The book presents much food for thought and left me pondering the subject for several days. Surely, the mark of a 'Good Read.' -- Geoscientist This insightful and well-written book by Ralph Crane and Lisa Fletcher takes the reader on an amazing journey of the importance of caves from a cultural point of view and how these natural wonders have played a special role in mankind's evolution and search for something more. . . . Apart from the amazing information contained in this book, Cave also boasts some amazing photography of not just the caves themselves but also artwork throughout the ages . . . an insightful and historical look at caves from various points of our history that includes a variety of genres from science to mythology and even tourism. If you are fascinated by the history of caves then this tome is definitely a must read! -- ImpulseGamer.com