Archaeology in South Italy, 1977–81

Abstract

Martin Frederiksen's report on South Italy and Sicily 1973-76 (AR. ^76-77, 43-76) was hailed by all who read it as the first of a classic series. In the event, it is also the last. AR is but one algebraic indication of the loss entailed by his tragically premature death in July 1980. Among the others are BSR, CAH and JRS; all gained immeasurably from the life and example of a generous scholar, teacher, friend and commuter between Oxford and Naples. His unique personality created a bond between the two countries of his adoption to an extent rarely sought and never achieved through merely formal channels. Official obituaries can only hint at this (JRS lxx [1980] p. ix; PBSR xlviii [1980] 1-5), and at the feelings of those who had enjoyed the privilege of his company. 'Napoli non e piu Napoli senza Martino' is the dominant theme in conversations with his South Italian friends, who cherish the memories that Callimachus knew: