The Barbarian Kings

Treasures of the World

by Lionel Casson

Text and lavish photographs depict the art and treasures of the various barbarian groups including the Scythians, Celts, Franks and Saxons, and Vikings.

Genres: History

176 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1982

About the author

Lionel Casson was a classicist, professor emeritus at New York University, and a specialist in maritime history. He earned his B.A. in 1934 at New York University, and in 1936 became an assistant professor. He later earned his Ph.D. there during 1939. In 2005 he was awarded the Archaeological Institute of America Gold Medal.

Reviews

[J Grimsey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good general interest book on the treasures of the non-roman and "dark ages" empires. Even though slightly dated (1983) a guilty pleasure of a coffee table book.