Growing up amongst the ruins and stories of English Civil War Hampshire, it is no surprise that Warwick Louth became fascinated with the period. Warwick gained a Degree in Archaeological Practice from the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Lampeter, followed by a Masters Degree in Conflict Archaeology at the Centre for Battlefield Archaeology at the University of Glasgow - from which the basis for this book was formed. He is a founder member, archaeological advisor and trustee for Glasgow and South-West Scotland with the Scottish Battlefield’s Trust. He now writes, researches and talks on a freelance basis - both for enthusiasts and in academic circles - on Conflict Archaeology, Military History and The Wars of the Three Kingdoms. When not engaged in this, he takes part in military modelling, wargaming and is also a member of a range of re-enactment societies. This is his first book. He lives in Glasgow, on the fringes of the Kilsyth battlefield.
A well-researched and an extremely useful and unique study…the
author's coverage is a reflection of the relative newness of this
area of research. There is enough here already to appeal to the
fortress historian.
*Fortress Studies Journal*
It is liberating to read this book and see both experimental
archaeology and re-enactment applied together with classical
archaeological traditions. The book shows how far we as a field can
go if we work together and use the methods available.
*Experimental Archaeology Journal*
Louth’s knowledge of contemporary manuals, and his application of
living history experience in positing theories about artefact
deposition, are especially interesting aspects of the
publication...will be of interest to all those involved in conflict
archaeology.
*Current Archaeology*
Overall this is a well-researched and extremely useful - indeed,
unique - study. If your interest is archaeological approaches to
the battlefield, then this is a must.
*Military History Matters (Book Reviews)*
Engaging and fascinating!
*Books Monthly*
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