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Alexander: Lost Gold of the Dark Ages. War, Treasure, and the Mystery of the Saxons

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Alexander: Lost Gold of the Dark Ages. War, Treasure, and the Mystery of the Saxons
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Alexander, Caroline. LOST GOLD OF THE DARK AGES. WAR, TREASURE, AND THE MYSTERY OF THE SAXONS. National Geographic Society. 2011. 4to. (2), 240, (2) pages. Washington D.C. first edition. original black cloth, gilt; dust jacket. illustrated. Fine. This book reveals the crucible of England's creation - the mysterious Dark Ages - through a fascinating tale of war, religion, and an extraordinary collection of ancient artifacts that promises to shed new light on the emergence of the Anglo-Saxons in England. Featuring one of the greatest archaeological finds of the century, Lost Gold of the Dark Ages offers a panoramic view of an epic era still swathed in myth and legend, from the dusk of the Roman Empire in A.D. 450 to the Norman invasion in 1066. The unprecedented discovery in 2009 of a buried trove of sophisticated battle garb and weapons has spawned brand new scholarship on a monumental yet enigmatic period in the history of the world. These vital clues to the past are illuminating our understanding of the multitude of cultures that clashed, evolved, and ultimately gave root to the modern era. [with] Lost Gold of the Dark Ages. DVD. 2011. as New in shrinkwrap. Lot weight: 2 lbs 7oz. Subject(s): Buried Treasure.