The Celts

The resurgence of Celtic identity in Britain and Europe has revitalized interest in Celtic history. At the same time, developments in genetics and archaeology has led to it becoming an arena of serious controversy. Covering continental Europe, Britain and Ireland, and the present day Celtic global diaspora, this impressive volume presents a comprehensive narrative history of the Celtic world from c. 1000 BC to to the present day and tells the story of the birth, death and rebirth of one of the most important peoples of European history.

John Haywood is a freelance historical writer. His many books include The Vikings, Historical Atlas of the Celtic World and Dark Age Naval Power.

Introduction 1. Origins of the Celts 2. The Great Migrations 3. The La Tène World 4. The Celts and the Roman Republic 5. Caesar's Conquest of Gaul 6. The Limits of Empire 7. The Celts int he Roman World 8. The Making and Breaking of Wales 9. Alba 10. Ireland and its invaders 11. The Land Facing the Sea 12. England's Celtic Ulcer 13. The End of the Clan System 14. The Celtic Revival 15. The Celtic Diaspora 16. The Celts Today