Shrouded in legend and lore for centuries, the lives of the ancient Druids continue to inspire fascination today. The author of A Brief History of the Celts sifts through archaeological and etymological evidence to explore who the Druids really were and what roles they played in Celtic society. This history—which includes 12 pages of black and white photographs—delves into a complex yet insular culture, as well as examining the often spurious modern attempts to revive Druidism.
"Finally, a book that separates fact from mythology, telling us what we can and cannot know about the ancient Druids. This remarkable book by a leading historian of the Celts offers much for the academician as well as the general reader."—Joseph A. King