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Visit any settlement in the land and there will be ancient buildings hidden in plain sight. Behind a Victorian façade is a Tudor house. Underneath a Georgian frontage is a mediaeval cottage. What is now a modern farm may once have been a castle. We know relatively little about the ancient buildings that surround us, yet buildings archaeology can offer us so many clues for discovering secret hidden historic houses. This book looks at the ways in which ancient buildings have been studied and conserved, the puzzling ways that some buildings became listed whereas others were overlooked, and how we can really understand the age and development of a structure. With over a quarter of a century of field experience, James Wright uses case studies drawn from his career to explain the fascinating, enigmatic, and frequently surprising world of The Buildings Archaeologist.

This book tells the big story of the city of York by exploring the small remnants of past lives. It will tell ancient stories that are a daily part of the modern city, such as the Tudor staircase still in use in an office building, and the medieval gargoyles watching people go by from their perches on the eaves of coffee shops.Yorks story unfolds through six sections. Protection explores how the city has survived centuries of threats through resilient architecture and infrastructure. Passageways examines its snickelways and spiritual routes, both physical and symbolic. Looking Down and Looking Up reveal hidden treasures often missed, from newly uncovered cobblestones to discoveries of ancient settlements and lost churches. Past Lives highlights influential figures whose legacies still shape the city, including the posthumous fame of Guy Fawkes. Years of Welcome turns to modern York, celebrating its pubs, cafes, and communal spaces. All of this rests on deep historical context reaching back to the citys beginnings.Join us for a journey where its all about the little things!