The Archaeology of Hill Farming on Exmoor
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The Archaeology of Hill Farming on Exmoor by Cain Hegarty )
Tells the story of hill farming on Exmoor through newly revealed archaeological evidence, illustrated with examples from the medieval period onwards.
This beautifully illustrated volume from English Heritage is the result of two years of meticulous field survey work... The use of aerial photographs, reconstructions and detailed maps and plans make this an attractive as well as informative volume for those interested in history both of Exmoor iteself and more generally, hill farming and the role of Victorian innovation.
Rural History Today
... provides a perspective that combines an important narrative of the 'big picture', with nuanced, detailed and effective local case studies, and is worth reading to enrich any trip to this much-visited location.
Agricultural History Review
... this exceptionally well illustrated survey ...
British Archaeology
This is a well-written and handsomely-produced book, splendidly illustrated and evidently the result of much dedicated research.
Joe Bettey, Somerset Archaeology & Natural History
... a readable and illuminating study of how Exmoor was exploited from medieval times onwards.
Bob Silvester, Medieval Settlement Research
... an authoritative account of a diverse and challenging upland landscape which repays detailed examination.
Hazel Riley, Landscape History
If you want an example of outstanding interdisciplinary publishing, this is it. ... In a short review it is impossible to do justice to the quality of the evidence and its assessment by the authors. ... The quality of the illustrations - full colour throughout - is outstanding, and, overall, this is an exemplary example of how to publish landscape research.
Stephen Rippon, Medieval Archaeology
Rural History Today
... provides a perspective that combines an important narrative of the 'big picture', with nuanced, detailed and effective local case studies, and is worth reading to enrich any trip to this much-visited location.
Agricultural History Review
... this exceptionally well illustrated survey ...
British Archaeology
This is a well-written and handsomely-produced book, splendidly illustrated and evidently the result of much dedicated research.
Joe Bettey, Somerset Archaeology & Natural History
... a readable and illuminating study of how Exmoor was exploited from medieval times onwards.
Bob Silvester, Medieval Settlement Research
... an authoritative account of a diverse and challenging upland landscape which repays detailed examination.
Hazel Riley, Landscape History
If you want an example of outstanding interdisciplinary publishing, this is it. ... In a short review it is impossible to do justice to the quality of the evidence and its assessment by the authors. ... The quality of the illustrations - full colour throughout - is outstanding, and, overall, this is an exemplary example of how to publish landscape research.
Stephen Rippon, Medieval Archaeology
Cain Hegarty is an aerial survey investigator. Rob Wilson-North is Conservation Manager at Exmoor National Park Authority.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781848020825 |
| ISBN 10 | 1848020821 |
| Title | The Archaeology of Hill Farming on Exmoor |
| Author | Cain Hegarty |
| Series | English Heritage |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Historic England |
| Year published | 2014-10-15 |
| Number of pages | 148 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |