From the invasions of Julius Caesar to the unexpected end of Roman rule in the early 5th century AD and the subsequent collapse of society in Britain, this book is an authoritative and comprehensive account of Roman Britain for the general reader. Peter Salway's narrative takes into account the latest research including exciting discoveries of recent years.
From the invasions of Julius Caesar to the unexpected end of Roman rule in the early 5th century AD and the subsequent collapse of society in Britain,...
The Roman period is where the past of the British Isles is first revealed through substantial written sources as well as archeology. This book distils recent archeological and documentary discoveries and advances in an accessible, concise manner for anyone interested in finding out more about the Roman Era. A number of key themes are discussed within a chronological framework. The book features chapters contributed by a team of scholars amongst those most closely involved with discovery and analysis.
The Roman period is where the past of the British Isles is first revealed through substantial written sources as well as archeology. This book distils...