The Little History of Norfolk

There is nothing ‘little’ about the history of Norfolk! However, this small volume condenses that fascinating, rich history into a collection of stories and facts that will make you marvel at the events our county has witnessed. This book will take you through Norfolk’s eventful history from the earliest times through to the present day. From the discovery of flint tools dating back to the Lower Paleolithic era, to Roman occupation, the creation of the Norfolk Broads during the Middles Ages, and the growth of the textile industry during the Industrial Revolution, Norfolk has always been at the forefront of innovation and the development of our nation. Take a journey through Norfolk’s historic struggles and celebrations or jump in to the era of your choice to discover the who, what and why of our county’s history. AUTHOR: John A. Davies is Chief Curator and Keeper of Archaeology for Norfolk Museums Service, and is currently Project Manager to redevelop the Norman Keep at Norwich Castle. He is in charge of major national partnerships, including ‘Partnership UK’, through which he led Norfolk’s involvement in the History of the World in 100 Objects project with The British Museum and the BBC. With a PhD in Archaeology, he has worked as an archaeologist in Norfolk since 1984, specialising in Roman and Iron Age archaeology. He is also a Fellow of the Society of Antiquarians. He lives in Norwich.
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