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1980 The Problem of the Picts : F.T. Wainwright : History of the Pictish

1980 The Problem of the Picts : F.T. Wainwright : History of the Pictish

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The Problem of the Picts 


By F.T Wainwright (editor), R.W. Feachem, K.H. Jackson, S. Piggott, R.B.K. Stevenson

Published by The Melvin Press, Perth, 1980. Hardback 8vo cloth bound book with printed dust jacket. Includes 16 illustrations in text. All illustrations and diagrams in black and white. pp xi, 195 pages in total. 

The "Problem of the Picts" refers to the mystery surrounding the Pictish people, who lived in Scotland from the 4th to the 10th centuries AD. Despite their historical presence, the Picts remain a subject of fascination and scholarly debate. The Pictish problem continues to be a topic of interest for historians and archaeologists, with ongoing research and discoveries contributing to a better understanding of this enigmatic group. 

CONDITION
A very good copy. Cloth binding in very good condition but slightly worn to right bottom edge of front cover. Gilt lettering to spine. Dust jacket is very good. All pages are very good and clean throughout. Overall a very fine copy. 

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