The Bone Chests by Cat Jarman
Cat Jarman’s book about the remains of ancient rulers, collected and kept in the famous chests high up in Winchester Cathedral, is meticulously researched and an interesting read.
The subject matter will mainly appeal to those who are interested in ancient history and how Britain as we know it today came into being.
Jarman weaves the background of the historical landscape, skillfully exploring the stories of the kings and queens whose final remains may have come to lie in these caskets.
Winchester is an extremely beautiful city and was once the ancient capital; those with an in‑depth interest in its history will find this book illuminating.
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