RICHARD BARBER has had a huge influence on the study of medieval history and literature, as both a writer and a publisher. His first book on the Arthurian legend appeared in 1961, and his major works include The Knight and Chivalry (winner of the Somerset Maugham Award in 1971), Edward Prince of Wales and Aquitaine, The Penguin Guide to Medieval Europe and The Holy Grail: the History of a Legend which was widely praised and was translated into six languages.
A valuable contribution to the study of the cult of chivalry.
*JOURNAL OF MEDIEVAL ARCHAEOLOGY*
It is praiseworthy to have here such a really informative,
well-illustrated and well-documented volume within only twenty-one
months of the excavation. A superb book, which reflects great
credit on authors and publishers alike.
*ENGLISH HISTORICAL REVIEW*
History and archaeology, romance and reality come together in this
full study of the building located by Time Team's 2006 Big Royal
Dig. [.] A truly intriguing story.
*BRITISH ARCHAEOLOGY*
A splendidly produced volume.
*TLS*
Makes a useful contribution to Arthurian studies and the history of
jousting, pageantry and royal palaces.
*SOUTHERN HISTORY SOCIETY*
This fascinating study of a fantastical building takes a suitably
multi-disciplinary approach. [...] Supplemented with documentary
appendices and splendid illustrations, this in-depth study explores
the historical background to a modern archaeological discovery,
detailing its analogues and inspirations, ultimately revealing that
role-playing games are nothing new; it can't be praised enough.
PENDRAGON History and archaeology, romance and reality come
together in this full study of the building located by Time Team's
2006 Big Royal Dig. [.] A truly intriguing story.
*BRITISH ARCHAEOLOGY*
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