Francis Pryor became famous as part of the 'Time Team' archaeology series on Channel 4. Pryor's speciality being prehistory, the 'Bronze' and 'Iron Ages.' His own work is based near Peterborough in the 'Fens.'
'Paths to the Past' however, is not about prehistory though it may be mentioned, this book covers much of the land and seeks out specific areas with something to tell of times past, and not too far past at that.and
Beginning way back at 'Star Carr,' and then the 'Orkney's,' we move through 'Avebury,' 'Hadrian's Wall,' and on a few short pages at a time. Thus enabling five or ten minutes to be spent considering one aspect of UK heritage.
The four or five pages given to the subject, be it 'Romney March' or 'Ironbridge,' are a very good example of constructing a short story which covers much ground. An excellent overview is given of the subject and at the end of the thin book there are further reams to study if wished.
Whether you agree with his opinions or not the view from 'Birkenhead Park,' to 'Kings Cross & St Pancras,' is well worth looking into. A book of short chapters, well written and full of interest, well worth a read.
2 comments:
Time Team was one of my favourite programmes, I shall look out for this book.
Dave, Well worth a browse.
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