Julia Velva A Roman Lady From York

Author : Patrick Ottaway
Publisher : Pen and Sword History
Page : 363 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2021-05-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781526710994

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Julia Velva, A Roman Lady from York by Patrick Ottaway Pdf

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.

Author : Paul Chrystal
Publisher : Pen and Sword History
Page : 379 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781526781291

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A Historical Guide to Roman York by Paul Chrystal Pdf

Considering that York was always an important Roman city there are few books available that are devoted specifically to the Roman occupation, even though it lasted for over 300 years and played a significant role in the politics and military activity of Roman Britain and the Roman Empire throughout that period. The few books that there are tend to describe the Roman era and its events in date by date order with little attention paid either to why things happened as they did or to the consequences of these actions and developments. This book is different in that it gives context to what happened here in the light of developments in Roman Britain generally and in the wider Roman Empire; the author digs below the surface and gets behind the scenes to shed light on the political, social and military history of Roman York (Eboracum), explaining, for example, why Julius Caesar invaded, what indeed was really behind the Claudian invasion, why was York developed as a military fortress, why as one of Roman Britain’s capitals? Why did the emperors Hadrian and Severus visit the fortress? You will also discover how and why Constantine accepted and projected Christianity from here, York’s role in the endless coups and revolts besetting the province, the headless gladiators and wonderful mosaics discovered here and why the Romans finally left York and Roman Britain to its own defence. These intriguing historical events are brought to life by reference to the latest local archaeological and epigraphical evidence, to current research and to evolving theories relating to the city’s Roman treasures, of which can be seen in the Yorkshire Museum in York, or in situ.

Author : David J. Breeze
Publisher : Archaeopress Publishing Ltd
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2023-09-14
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781803275482

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Frontiers of the Roman Empire: The Hinterland of Hadrian̕s Wall by David J. Breeze Pdf

In this important and beautifully illustrated book, David Breeze elucidates the context of the most famous frontier, Hadrian’s Wall. The zone to north and south of the Wall was a heavily militarised landscape of roads, bridges, forts, fortlets and towers, but also the towns, settlements and supply infrastructure on which the army depended.

Author : Iain Ferris
Publisher : Archaeopress Publishing Ltd
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781789699067

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Visions of the Roman North: Art and Identity in Northern Roman Britain by Iain Ferris Pdf

This is the first book to analyse art from the northern frontier zones of Roman Britain and to interpret the meaning and significance of this art in terms of the formation of a regional identity. It argues that a distinct and vibrant visual culture flourished in the north, primarily due to its status as a heavily militarized frontier zone.

Author : Adam Parker
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-06-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781445686080

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The Archaeology of Roman York by Adam Parker Pdf

This book introduces the archaeology of Eboracum. A fascinating look at the rich Roman history of York.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1208 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1962
Category : Municipal government
ISBN : UIUC:30112032568518

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Municipal Review by Anonim Pdf

Author : Mike Corbishley
Publisher : Getty Publications
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0892367059

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Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ancient Rome by Mike Corbishley Pdf

This volume provides a descriptive survey of ancient Romans and the antiquarian era of the Roman Empire. Presented alphabetically, it features more than 200 informative entries showcasing everyday life in Roman cities and country sides (as well as specific subjects ranging from farming, trade, leisure, and religion, to language, technology, and war.) Key vocabulary words appear in bold, and high quality color photos of places, artwork, and artifacts appear on every page. Informative captions and quotes from ancient literature also appear throughout the text. The back of the book contains a chronological listing of emperors and an index.

Author : Adam Parker
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2023-02-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781398105119

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Treasures of Roman Yorkshire by Adam Parker Pdf

Adam Parker looks at some of the fascinating treasures that have been unearthed around the beautiful county of Yorkshire.

Author : Martin Henig
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2002-11
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781134746521

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The Art of Roman Britain by Martin Henig Pdf

With the help of over 100 illustrations, many of them little known, Martin Henig shows that the art produced in Britannia rivals that of other provinces and deserves comparison with the art of metropolitan Rome.

Author : Stanley Ireland
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2008-12-08
Category : History
ISBN : 9781134029228

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Roman Britain by Stanley Ireland Pdf

Roman Britain: A Sourcebook has established itself as the only comprehensive collection of source material on the subject. It incorporates literary, numismatic and epigraphic evidence for the history of Britain under Roman rule, as well as translations of major literary sources. This new edition includes not only recently discovered material, but also the texts of Caesar’s commentaries on his expeditions to Britain in 55 and 54 BC, as well as relevant sections of Tacitus’ biography of his father-in-law, former governor of Britain. The inclusion of these pivotal texts, which provide the most detailed account of the Romans campaigns in Britain, significantly underlies the volume’s usefulness to all students of Roman Britain. Though most of the material is arranged chronologically, there are also thematic sections on geography, religion and social and economic activity. Each section is prefaced by an introductory note, and the inclusion of illustrations and maps enhances the attractiveness of this updated collection as a teaching tool and a work of reference.

Author : York (England). Chamber of trade
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1929
Category : York (England)
ISBN : UOM:39015063616083

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Official Guide to the City of York by York (England). Chamber of trade Pdf

Author : John Bowes Morrell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1947
Category : Epitaphs
ISBN : IND:32000009520935

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The Biography of the Common Man of the City of York as Recored in His Epitaph by John Bowes Morrell Pdf

Author : Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1962
Category : York (England)
ISBN : MSU:31293027117609

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Eburacum, Roman York by Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England) Pdf

Author : Malcolm Todd
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 528 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2008-04-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780470998854

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A Companion to Roman Britain by Malcolm Todd Pdf

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.

Author : Gordon Home
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1924
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : UOM:39015030658176

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Roman York by Gordon Home Pdf