Adams, Max

The First Kingdom: Britain in the age of Arthur

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ISBN 13:
9781788543484
author:
Adams, Max
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Apollo
language:
English
Publication Year:
2021
Pages:
480
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 centimeters
Genre:
History, Europe, Great Britain,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£13.20

Description

The First Kingdom Britain in the Age of Arthur by Max Adams is a meticulously researched investigation into one of history's most enigmatic periods. By scrutinising the narrative handed down to us, Adams strips away myth and legend to reveal the reality behind the kingdoms that emerged in Early Medieval Britain. Through a synthesis of recent research and archaeological evidence, Adams presents a nuanced picture of post-Roman Britain, highlighting the diverse responses to independence, material and intellectual trade with Europe, and the environmental context of those centuries. This thought-provoking study sheds new light on the emergence of distinct political structures in the sixth century, which survived long enough to be embedded in the medieval landscape. By examining the archaeological record, Adams reconstructs a complex picture of Britain's transformation during this pivotal era. The result is an intellectually probing and skilfully wrought investigation that offers a fresh perspective on one of history's most mysterious periods.

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