Secret Britain : Unearthing our Mysterious Past by Mary-Ann Ochota 9780711288850

Secret Britain : Unearthing our Mysterious Past

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Embark on an extraordinary journey through Britain's enigmatic past with anthropologist Mary-Ann Ochota as your guide. 'Secret Britain: Unearthing our Mysterious Past' unveils over 70 of the nation's most captivating archaeological treasures and locations, each with a tale as intriguing as the last.

From an Ice Age cannibal's skull-turned-drinking vessel to a cache of glittering Anglo-Saxon gold, and a 17th-century witch's bottle, this tome is a veritable treasure trove of Britain's most peculiar and fascinating historical artefacts. Sir Tony Robinson aptly describes it as "a cornucopia of our weirdest and most wonderful archaeological sites and artefacts" that will instil a sense of pride in these remarkably curious isles.

Unlike the grandiose monuments of Egypt, Britain's ancient wonders are often modest in scale but rich in mystique. This expertly curated tour delves into burial sites, stone circles, and geoglyphs, unravelling the secrets of outdoor worship spaces, caves adorned with medieval carvings, and cryptic instruments of divination.

While iconic sites like Stonehenge and Glastonbury feature prominently, prepare to be astounded by lesser-known marvels. Marvel at the Lindow Man, a bog body from two millennia past with immaculately preserved hair and nails. Witness the enduring legacy of the Uffington White Horse, a geoglyph maintained through an unbroken chain of stewardship for three thousand years. Encounter poignant reminders of lives cut short, such as a Roman infant's bronze cockerel, a touching companion for the afterlife.

From St Leonard's Ossuary, home to a staggering collection of human remains spanning centuries, to the Wenhaston Doom, a striking medieval depiction of Judgement Day, each discovery offers a glimpse into Britain's secret history. Beautifully illustrated throughout, this compelling work invites readers to explore why these ancient sites and artefacts continue to captivate us today, resonating across the ages with their timeless allure.

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Book ISBN: 9780711288850
Book Weight: 666g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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