Arthur's Britain: History and Archaeology: A.D. 367-634

About this book

This book assembles a wealth of information about the Arthur of history by delving into the shadowy period of the past in which he lived. Drawing on evidence from both written adn archaeological sources Leslie Alcock sifts history from fiction to take us back to life between the fourth and seventh centuries a time of warfare and feuding when Celtic Britain had shaken off Roman rule and fell victim to floods of raiding Scots Picts and Anglo-Saxons. He also provides details on how the Britons lived worshipped dressed and fought to create a vivid picture of the Arthurian age and its warrior hero.