Winchester: City of Kings

Winchester's rich heritage is brought to life in this uniquely accessible overview of the city's long and intricate physical and cultural history. Examining a wealth of archaeological evidence alongside surviving documentary sources, Susanne Haselgrove and Katherine Barclay paint a compelling picture of its waxing and waning fortunes, from prehistoric origins to early—medieval royal and ecclesiastical powerhouse, and subsequent decline to rebirth in 21st—century popular culture.

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