Britanno-Roman Inscriptions: With Critical Notes (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John McCaul

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484658999 ISBN 13: 9780484658997

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unearthing the clues of Roman Britain through inscriptions

In this scholarly work, expect careful analysis of Latin inscriptions and military units, showing how scholars piece together ancient history from stone and text. The book reveals debates among historians about place names, origins of troops, and the meanings of rare terms, all anchored in close reading of primary sources.

• Learn how inscriptions help identify where units served and how they were named.
• See how editors test readings and interpretations against other texts and monuments.
• Discover how scholars distinguish British and continental origins in auxiliary cohorts.
• Explore how careful translation and commentary illuminate the daily life of Roman soldiers and provincial administration.

Ideal for readers of archaeology and Roman history who want a deeper, text‑driven understanding of Britannia’s past.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484658999
• ISBN 13: 9780484658997
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 346