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A Companion to Roman Britain
Contributor(s): Todd, Malcolm (Editor)
ISBN: 0631218238     ISBN-13: 9780631218234
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
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Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: December 2003
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Annotation: This major survey of the history and culture of Roman Britain spans the period from the first century BC to the fifth century AD. It brings together specialists in the field to provide an overview of recent debates about Roman Britain, synthesizing the latest research in archaeology, literature, numismatics, and history.

The contributors examine how historians' understanding of developments in political, economic, cultural, and religious life in Roman Britain has changed over time. They also explain the evolution of the Roman British society over its 500-year existence. This "Companion" will be invaluable to all those interested in the history of the period and its interpretation. The pioneering studies of the human population and animal resources of the island will be of particular interest to scholars.

Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- History | Ancient - General
- History | Europe - Great Britain - General
Dewey: 936.104
LCCN: 2003051821
Series: Blackwell Companions to British History
Physical Information: 1.33" H x 6.78" W x 9.98" (2.35 lbs) 528 pages
Themes:
- Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.)
- Cultural Region - British Isles
 
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This major survey of the history and culture of Roman Britain spans the period from the first century BC to the fifth century AD.

  • Major survey of the history and culture of Roman Britain
  • Brings together specialists to provide an overview of recent debates about this period
  • Exceptionally broad coverage, embracing political, economic, cultural and religious life
  • Focuses on changes in Roman Britain from the first century BC to the fifth century AD
  • Includes pioneering studies of the human population and animal resources of the island.