A study of the phenomenon of vibration and its history and reception through culture. It explores a range of sensory experience and makes a contribution to this field by focusing not simply on the senses as such, but on the material experience - vibration - that underpins them.
Exploring the connection between national identity and the physical landscape, the book delves into how the perception of nations and races is intertwined with the materiality of rocks. It particularly examines the portrayal of the 'Celts' as a primitive race, mirroring the lifelessness of the rocks they inhabit. Additionally, it discusses the notion that rocks possess a ghostly essence, influencing the human relationship with the land. This dynamic fosters a sense of belonging for natives while simultaneously excluding immigrants, highlighting the complexities of ownership and identity.