The Ancient Paths: Discovering the Lost Map of Celtic Europe

Paperback Published on: 10/10/2013
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The Ancient Paths
The Ancient Paths
Whilst I really enjoyed this book, I have to confess to losing interest a little during the bits where Robb is describing the actual mapping of Celtic Euro... READ MORE
Richard Keay

Synopsis

When Graham Robb made plans to cycle the legendary Via Heraklea, he had no idea that the line he plotted - stretching from the south-western tip of the Iberian Peninsula, across the Pyrenees and towards the Alps - would change the way he saw a civilisation. It was an ancient path that took him deep into the world of the Celts: their gods, their art, and, most of all, their sophisticated knowledge of science. Gradually, a lost map revealed itself, of an empire constructed with precision and beauty across vast tracts of Europe. Oriented according to the movements of the Celtic sun god, the map had been forgotten for almost two millennia. Its implications were astonishing.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Pan Macmillan
  • ISBN: 9781447229766
  • Dimensions: 236 x 150 x 32 mm
  • Weight: 516g

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The Ancient Paths
A good solid read
I enjoyed this book very much...if you have an interest in the clash of ...Celtic/Roman worlds then read this...
h p
The Ancient Paths
Interesting
Ok I wouldn't normally read this type of book but I actually enjoyed it. I found it interesting and informative. I had to skip through some sections/paragr... READ MORE
Rachel Lee
The Ancient Paths
Too many lines and not enough travel
I picked up this book on the basis of the review as I love travel stories / memoirs that delve into the history of the places and people that they visit. F... READ MORE
tinal
The Ancient Paths
Ancient paths of wisdom and knowledge
I have always had an interest in the history and culture of the ancient Celts so when I received this book to review I was really looking forward to gettin... READ MORE
Ann McGruer
The Ancient Paths
A Cycling Tour of the Celtic Civilisation
Once the author decided to take a holiday along the route of an ancient road, his interest was sparked for a thorough exploration of the Celtic culture. Ap... READ MORE
Jish
The Ancient Paths
Ancient mapping with a twist by Academic
Good for anyone who is interested in how we humans have charted and travelled our world be it land or sea from ancient times. Recognition and explanation o... READ MORE
Miss Dee Niall
The Ancient Paths
Fascinating, but frustrating to read
There's no doubt that the author loves his subject matter and the book is thoroughly researched. The depth of detail is absorbing and if he would just avoi... READ MORE
Shelley Pearson