The Celts

副标题: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

ISBN: 9780192804181

出版社: Oxford University Press, USA

出版年: 2003-08-28

页数: 176

定价: USD 11.95

装帧: Paperback

内容简介

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 colourful characters as St Patrick, Cu Chulainn, and Boudica.