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The Celts: A Very Short Introduction

By Barry Cunliffe

Book information

Publisher
Oxford University Press
Year
2003
ISBN
9780192804181, 0192804189
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
18 MB (18564467 bytes)
Pages
161\0
Library
Mobilism
Time added
2023-11-03 21:09:54

Description

Savage and bloodthirsty, or civilized and peaceable? The Celts have long been a subject of enormous fascination, speculation, and misunderstanding. From the ancient Romans to the present day, their real nature has been obscured by a tangled web of preconceived ideas and stereotypes. Barry Cunliffe seeks to reveal this fascinating people for the first time, using an impressive range of evidence, and exploring subjects such as trade, migration, and the evolution of Celtic traditions. Along the way, he exposes the way in which society's needs have shaped our visions of the Celts, and examines such colorful characters as St. Patrick, Cu Chulainn, and Boudica.

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