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In a period of meaningless mass manufacturing, our growing appetite for hand- made objects, artisan food, and craft beverages reveals our deep cravings for tradition and quality.
Alex Langlands è un archeologo e storico britannico, riconosciuto per i suoi contributi alla comprensione del passato. Il suo lavoro esplora spesso narrazioni storiche attraverso coinvolgenti presentazioni documentaristiche, portando la ricerca accademica a un pubblico più ampio.


In a period of meaningless mass manufacturing, our growing appetite for hand- made objects, artisan food, and craft beverages reveals our deep cravings for tradition and quality.
Focusing on the early medieval period of Wessex, the book explores the emergence of roads and their significance during the Anglo-Saxon era, particularly amidst Viking invasions. Through ten detailed case studies, it combines historical and archaeological evidence with ancient place-names to reconstruct the intricate networks that facilitated movement for various societal roles, from peasants to royalty. This narrative reveals a dynamic landscape that enabled the flow of people, goods, and ideas, offering a fresh perspective on the continuity and change within early medieval life.