Archaeology Hotspot Great Britain: Unearthing the Past for Armchair Archaeologists

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The Archaeology Hotspots series offers reader-friendly and engaging narratives of the archaeology in particular countries. Written by archaeological experts with a general reader in mind, each book in the series focuses on what has been found and by whom, what the controversies and scandals have been, ongoing projects, and how it all fits into a broader view of the history of the country. In Archaeology Hotspot Great Britain, expert Donald Henson first chronicles the deep archaeology of a long settled regionincluding England, Wales, and Scotlandthen explores both the famously ancient finds (cave art at Creswell Crags, Stonehenge) and more recent and iconic historic sites and monuments (such as Westminster Abbey and Ironbridge Gorge). He profiles the often larger-than-life personalities and the previously-marginalized women who have contributed to British archaeology; the controversies influencing how we see the past are also highlighted. Henson considers Londons position in the antiquities trade and the safeguarding of heritage sites. As a whole, the book tells a fascinating story of Great Britains history, culture, national heritage, and ongoing role as a hotspot of archaeology.

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Archaeology Hotspot Great Britain is a lively look at the long cultural history of the island on which England, Scotland and Wales reside. . . . I can wholeheartedly recommend the Great Britain volume, and eagerly look forward to additional entries in the series. * About.Com *
Archaeology Hotspot Great Britain by Donald Henson does exactly what its subtitle says: Unearthing the Past for Armchair Archaeologists. Covering a wide-range of topics, it begins with a great overview of finds that offer a view into the areas past. Another chapter highlights those who have been key in excavating the past. Also included are the chapters 'Controversies and Scandals' and 'Current and Recent Research.' * DIG Magazine *

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Donald Henson, a British archaeologist deeply committed to public archaeology and education, is author of numerous books including Doing Archaeology (2012). He is honorary lecturer at University College London, was Head of Education for 17 years at the Council for British Archaeology, and holds seasonal academic posts at Bristol, York, and Newcastle, and is now pursuing PhD research into the Mesolithic at York.