H. de S. Shortt (1912–1975)

This book describes an archaeological site with castle and cathedral ruins. It lies nears Salisbury Cathedral. The book discusses the history and archaeological discoveries at the site. Photographs and drawings are black and white. It includes a self-guided tour. It discusses the name "Old Sarum," deciding it was likely a clerk's way of abbreviating a fuller name. It includes a section on Saint Osmund. It includes a list of excavations at the site to 1961 and a bibliography. Although it is very dated, it is still an interesting book.… (más)