It is actually quite common to observe important cultural change, including adoption of wholly new identities, with little or no biological change to a population. Substantial genetic continuity of population does not preclude profound shifts in culture and identity. This book features wonderful photographs and illustrations of the Celts' remaining legacy, as well as a depth of information on Celtic culture that will help the reader trace the fundamental elements of European culture.The gene pool of the island has changed, but more slowly and far less completely than implied by the old 'invasion model', and the notion of large-scale migrations, once the key explanation for change in early Britain, has been widely discredited. The Celts did not leave behind huge visible monuments however, the thousands of objects that have been discovered are surprisingly original, and are evidence of a sophisticated craftsmanship, culture and society. They also used their knowledge of agriculture to found the first towns in the north of the Alps. Best known for their bravery during wartime and their battles with their surrounding neighbours, the Celts were also remarkable artisans - particularly skilled at working with wood and metals. Many European countries have been profoundly influenced by their Celtic origins, and Celtic languages are still spoken in countries such as Ireland, Wales, Scptland and Bretagne. Many European countries have been profoundly influenced by their Celtic origins, and Celtic languages are still spoken in countries such as Ireland, Wales, Scptland a For many centuries the Celts were the dominant population throughout vast areas of Europe: from the Atlantic to the Carpathians from the great plains of the North to the northern coasts of the Mediterranean. For many centuries the Celts were the dominant population throughout vast areas of Europe: from the Atlantic to the Carpathians from the great plains of the North to the northern coasts of the Mediterranean.
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