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Exploring the World of the Celts
Simon James
£14.95
The full story of the Celts from the 17th century BC to the Celtic renaissance in post-Roman times
Overview
The full story of the Celts from the seventh century BC to the Celtic renaissance in post-Roman times
Reviews
'A first-rate, readable text densely strewn with imaginative illustrations'
Antiquity
'A masterpiece'
Minerva
'Excellent … brimming with factual information, clearly presented and very well illustrated'
Books Ireland
Product Information
Book Details
Format: Paperback
Size: 24.4 x 18.8 cm
Extent: 192 pp
Illustrations: 300
Publication date: 12 September 2005
ISBN: 9780500279984
Contents List
• Chapters on Celtic life, the Celts at war, their gods and shrines, and their magnificent arts and crafts • The latest discoveries, from the golden helmet at Agris in France to the Celtic body in the bog, Lindow Man, and the Snettisham Treasure • Extracts from the writings of Classical authors that bring the Celtic world to life • Specially drawn maps and explanatory diagrams of Celtic tombs, hillforts and constructional techniques • Gazetteer of sites and museums to visit
About the Author
Simon James read archaeology at the London Institute of Archaeology, where he also took his PhD. He has been a Senior Lecturer in Archaeology at the University of Leicester since 2000.
