Illustrating the Past in Wales: A Celebration of 175 Years of Archaeologia Cambrensis 1846-2021

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'"Illustrating the past in Wales" is a celebration of the history and archaeology of Wales, the Marches and the wider world as seen through illustrations published in "Archaeologia Cambrensis" over 175 years. A series of themed essays take the reader chronologically through several millennia of history, archaeology, biography and technique to the present day, revisiting famous archaeological discoveries, pioneering personalities and techniques, classic excavations and iconic buildings and monuments. In compiling this booklet the authors have carefully selected the very finest examples of historical illustration including antiquarian sketches, early engravings and surveys, maps, paintings, aerial photographs and reconstructions, many of which are reproduced here for the first time in decades for future generations to enjoy.' -- Details from publisher