238 pages with Chronology, Bibliography and Index. Interesting questions and answers to such are explored-Were the Dark Ages in Britain a transitory, unimportant period? Or did the Celtic resistance against the Anglo-Saxons-a resistance identified with Arthur-have a profound effect on the development of Britain? The best sort of historical detective story. Geoffrey Ashe is widely regarded as one of the leading Arthurian specialists and is author of a Guide to Arthurian Britain, Avalonian Quest, The Quest. This book examines the historical foundations of the Arthurian tradition, and then, in five archaeological chapters, presents the results of excavations to date (1976 pub date, first published 1968) at Cadbury, Tintagel, Glastonbury, and less-known places. Most scholars now regard Arthur's reality as probable and 'Arthurian Britain' as a meaningful historical term. Internals clean and completely unmarked, moderately toned, more so on edges. Near fine paperback copy edges very slightly dust-dulled and. The Quest for Arthur's Britain examines the historical foundation of the Arthurian tradition, and presents the remarkable results of excavations to date at Cadbury (reputed site of Camelot), Tintagel. Clean, stiff, glossy, durable cover with a touch of edgewear. Recent archaeological findings have lead Geoffrey Ashe to believe there is more truth to Arthurian legend than previously accepted. » Book » The quest for Arthurs Britain (Book) Author: Ashe, Geoffrey.
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