ABSTRACT
The Celtic World is a detailed and comprehensive study of the Celts from the first evidence of them in the archaeological and historical record to the early post-Roman period. The strength of this volume lies in its breadth - it looks at archaeology, language, literature, towns, warfare, rural life, art, religion and myth, trade and industry, political organisations, society and technology. The Celtic World draws together material from all over pagan Celtic Europe and includes contributions from British, European and American scholars. Much of the material is new research which is previously unpublished.
The book addresses some important issues - Who were the ancient Celts? Can we speak of them as the first Europeans? In what form does the Celtic identity exist today and how does this relate to the ancient Celts?
For anyone interested in the Celts, and for students and academics alike, The Celtic World will be a valuable resource and a fascinating read.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part I|34 pages
Celtic Origins
part II|47 pages
Warriors and warfare
part III|60 pages
Society And Social Life
part IV|68 pages
Settlement and Environment
part V|72 pages
The Economy
part VI|60 pages
Technology And Craftsmanship
part VII|77 pages
The Art Of The Celts
part VIII|92 pages
Pagan Celtic Religion
part IX|108 pages
The Celts In Europe
part X|76 pages
On The Edge Of The Western World
part XI|91 pages
Celtic Britain Post Ad 400
part XII|21 pages
The survival of the celts