Roman Britain (English heritage)

by Martin Millett (Author)

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  Paperback
  2005

  $4.18

  After the invasion in AD 43 by the Emperor Claudius, the Romans occupied Britain for four centuries - but what exactly did this `occupation' mean to the island's inhabitants? In this classic work - widely recommended on reading lists everywhere - eminent archaeologist Martin Millett examines the latest archaeological and historical sources to help us to understand the cultural, social and economic effects of 400 years of Roman rule.

  He discusses:

  * British life before the Romans * The impact of the Roman conquest * How Celtic art and culture evolved under Roman influence * Exciting excavations of recent years and what they tell us * Religion and ritual in Roman Britain * The ultimate decline of Roman power

  Using over 100 photographs, plans and drawings, many never published together before, Professor Millet breaks away from the traditional historical narrative to explore the central themes of life in Roman Britain.

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  Paperback
  1995

  $3.40

  Looks at the native peoples of Britain after the Claudian invasion of AD 43 and the influence of the Roman system on their way of life. Despite the richness of archaeological, epigraphic and literary evidence, this remains a subject of keen debate. Millett examines the settlement patterns in different areas of the country and provides an overview of Roman Britain, drawing on the latest archaeological findings. One of his fields of study is the nature of Roman authority and imperial demands, together with the end of Roman rule and the reasons for its decline. He also considers the role of art with regard to Celtic traditions and their Romanization, and explores the area of religion, gods and the rituals of life and death.

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  Hardcover
  1995

  $3.25

  Looks at the native peoples of Britain after the Claudian invasion of AD 43 and the influence of the Roman system on their way of life. Despite the richness of archaeological, epigraphic and literary evidence, this remains a subject of keen debate. Millett examines the settlement patterns in different areas of the country and provides an overview of Roman Britain, drawing on the latest archaeological findings. One of his fields of study is the nature of Roman authority and imperial demands, together with the end of Roman rule and the reasons for its decline. He also considers the role of art with regard to Celtic traditions and their Romanization, and explores the area of religion, gods and the rituals of life and death.