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Fake Heritage
The first survey of the many redesigned and imitation historical landmarks and objects that dot the globe "John Darlington shows . . . it is not just written history that is malleable; it is also history on the ground, heritage in brick and stone, wood and metal."--Simon Jenkins, Times Literary Supplement What happens when the past--or, more specifically, a piece of cultural heritage--is fabricated? From 50 replica Eiffel Towers located around the world to Saddam Hussein's reconstructions of ancient cities, examples of forged heritage are widespread. Some are easy to dismiss as blatant frauds (the Piltdown Man), while others adhere to honest copying or respectful homage (the Parthenon in Nas...
Parliamentary Papers
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Deserted Medieval Villages
Deserted Medieval Villages combines archaeological and historical expertise to produce a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the studies of deserted medieval villages. Including an extensive historical and archaeological review of the surge in mid-20th century research, J.G. Hurst's archaeological gazetteer of 290 sites, and analysis of Scottish, Welsh, and Irish sites, this book is an in-depth reference work. Updating Beresford's classic The Lost Medieval Villages of England, this book refreshes his historical research, considers the economic circumstances of desertion, and includes detailed maps, photographs and tables.
