Author: Frederic William MoormanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
The Place-names of the West Riding of Yorkshire
Author: Frederic William MoormanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 358
Book Description
Julia Velva, A Roman Lady from York
Author: Patrick OttawayPublisher: Pen and Sword History
ISBN: 1526710994
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 363
Book Description
The tombstone of Julia Velva, one of the best-preserved examples from Roman Britain, was found close to a Roman road just outside the center of York. Fifty years old when she died in the early third century, Julia Velva was probably from a wealthy family able to afford a fine monument. Patrick Ottaway uses the tombstone as the starting point to investigate what the world she lived in was like. Drawing on the latest archaeological discoveries and scientific techniques, the author describes the development of Roman York’s legionary fortress, civilian town and surrounding landscape. He also looks at manufacturing and trade, and considers the structure of local society along with the latest analytical evidence for people of different ethnic backgrounds. Aspects of daily life discussed include literacy, costume, cosmetics and diet. There are also chapters dedicated to the abundant York evidence for religion and burial customs. This book presents a picture of what one would have found on the edge of a great Empire at a time when York itself was at the height of its importance. Illustrated with dozens of photographs, specially prepared plans and illustrations, this is an excellent study of one of Roman Britain’s most important places.
The Publications of the Thoresby Society
Author: The Celt, the Roman, and the Saxon
Author: Thomas WrightPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Ethnology
Languages : en
Pages : 582
Book Description
The Spectator
Author: The Celt, the Roman, and the Saxon: a History of the Early Inhabitants of Britain, Down to the Conversion of the Ango-Saxons to Christianity Illustrated by the Ancient Remains Brought to Light by Recent Research by Thomas Wright
Author: Thomas WrightYorkshire Illustrations of English History
Author: James Goodeve MiallPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Yorkshire (England)
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
The Archaeological Journal
Author: Roman Sunset
Author: Elizabeth MayPublisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1430309377
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
It was a time when a civilization that had survived for 350 years suddenly collapsed, almost overnight. Trade, government, education and the rule of law ceased. This was Britain at the beginning of the fifth century. Roman legions left to fight the Emperor's wars in Europe and raiders invaded Britain, devastating the land, burning crops, slaughtering young and old alike and taking the rest as slaves. Retired soldiers and their families find safety in an old cavalry fort after their farms have been destroyed. They take in refugees including a village elder and a brewer and his daughter escaping from a sacked city.They all know the raiders will return. To survive, they must resolve their differences, work together and fight back against their enemies.
How the French Language Died
Author: Daniel Joseph CesarPublisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1438912269
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 483
Book Description
Countless Views is a collection experiences, stories and lessons in life. The book carries mystery and passion through the eyes of author. It challenges you to think about the world around you and yourself. The book Countless Views inspires the reader to think deep within and question. It will give you a insightful view of different spectrums.