Description
Book SynopsisThe 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 France, Georgina Muskett provides insight into the vibrant and varied collection of archaeological sites and monuments in France. From the presence of the first humans to the royal dynasty of the Merovingians, this book takes readers into the histories, mysteries, and scandals of these illustrious sites, as well as covering the latest discoveries, early pioneers, and the innovations for which French archaeology is famous. The stunning cave art of Lascaux, the engineering excellence of the Pont-du-Gard and the amphora-laden shipwreck at Madrague de Giens are among the wealth of a
Trade ReviewThis book provides an accessible review of archaeology in France for the amateur. . . The author is an expert in the field, with experience in excavation, curation, research, and teaching. This work would be a useful addition to high school and undergraduate libraries. * American Reference Books Annual *
This Hotspot guide provides a comprehensive and up-to-date invitation to the fascinating archaeology of France. Its readers will appreciate the richness and diversity of the country's remains and finds, from the lower Palaeolithic to modern times, and also the venerable history of research, founding controversies and contemporary achievements of French archaeology. -- Nathan Schlanger, professor of archaeology, Ecole nationale des chartes, Paris
Table of ContentsChapter 1: The Development of Archaeology in France Chapter 2: Caves to Lake Villages: the archaeology of prehistoric France Chapter 3: Colonisation to Kingship: Iron Age, Gallo-Roman and Early Medieval France Chapter 4: French Archaeology and Archaeologists Chapter 5: Debates, Controversies and Scandals Chapter 6: Archaeological Research in France in the 21st Century
