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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Intriguing and stimulating. --Jane Smiley, <em>Harper's</em><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>In this real-life historical treasure hunt, bestselling author Graham Robb--one of the more unusual and appealing historians currently striding the planet (<em>New York Times</em>)--reveals the mapping of ancient Gaul as a reflection of the heavens, demonstrates the lasting influence of Druid science and recharts the exploration of the world and the spread of Christianity. This fascinating (<em>Los Angeles Times</em>) history offers nothing less than an entirely new understanding of the birth of modern Europe.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><em>The Discovery of Middle Earth</em> will take you on a grand tour of the ancient world's secrets.--James Norton "Christian Science Monitor"<br><br>An ingenious and thoroughly gripping historical and archaeological bolt from the blue.-- "New Statesman"<br><br>Daring...thrilling.--Laura Miller "Salon"<br><br>Raises intriguing questions about the relationship between tribe and empire, local identity and larger superstructure.--Rachel Donadio "New York Times"<br><br>Robb manages his revelations with a showman's skill, modestly conscious that his book is unfurling a map of Iron Age Europe and Britain that has been inaccessible for millenia.-- "Telegraph"<br><br>The historical value of Robb's vivid portrait of Celtic culture is unquestionable.--Wendy Smith "Los Angeles Times"<br><br>The work of a man to whom the past is vividly present.--Ian Morris "New York Times Book Review"<br>

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