A History of Norfolk in 100 Objects - Softcover

Davies, John A.; Pestell, Tim

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0752461621 ISBN 13: 9780752461625

Publisher: The History Press, 2015

Synopsis

Compiled by two highly respected authors and museum curators, this richly illustrated book features 100 objects – ranging from a Viking Thor’s Hammer and Lord Nelson’s funeral drape, to the whistle used during the Christmas truce of 1914. Norfolk has evidence of a substantially longer human past than any other part of Britain. The discovery of the beautiful Happisburgh handaxe, described inside, led to a find of further flint tools twice as old as anything found elsewhere in the country. Each object tells a fascinating story in its own right, adding depth and colour to the chapters of Norfolk’s history. The result is an illuminating visual record, demonstrating the central role objects have in understanding our past and revealing the often crucial role Norfolk has played in the development of our national story.

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About the Author

Until December 2018 JOHN A. DAVIES was Chief Curator for Norfolk Museums Service (NMS), member of the Senior Management Team and Keeper of Archaeology. Prior to retiring, he was Project Director (at NMS) for the major project to re-develop the historic Norman Keep at Norwich Castle – the largest museum heritage project in the UK. He previously led the Interreg European project ‘Norman Connections’, linking historic sites in Normandy and southern England. He has worked as an archaeologist in Norfolk since 1984 and is a highly experienced museum professional of over 30 years.

Edition details

• Publisher: The History Press
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0752461621
• ISBN 13: 9780752461625
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 176