Rome Britain

Delve into the captivating world of Roman Britain with this concise exploration of one of history's most intriguing eras. In this meticulously researched book, uncover the remarkable story of Roman occupation in Britain, spanning from the invasions of Julius Caesar to the eventual decline of Roman influence.

Rome's protection has been withdrawn. Britain’s underbelly is exposed. Book 4 of the acclaimed Dominic chronicles. The battle of Badon Hill has brought a transient peace to southern Britannia, but the land above Hadrian’s wall is simmering with unrest. Picts, Britons and recent Angle settlers have formed an uneasy alliance, but the treaty is fractured when the Hibernian king, Eochaid Mugmedón, sails to Britannia intent on vengeance. Destiny takes Dominic, Augustus, Tomas and Flint to the land between the walls and straight into the bitter grip of the fighting. The Winter War: A tale of...

The revered Bible scholar and author of The Historical Jesus explores the Christian culture wars—the debates over church and state—from a biblical perspective, exploring the earliest tensions evident in the New Testament, and offering a way forward for Christians today. Leading Bible scholar...

Is the world better off without Christianity? Combining narrative with keen critique of contemporary debates, author and historian John Dickson gives an honest account of 2,000 years of Christian history that helps us understand what Christianity is and what it's meant to be. To say that the...

The Roman Empire has never been stronger, yet beneath its triumph lies a growing uncertainty. Age, illness and ambition cast long shadows over the Imperial Court, while the question no emperor can escape becomes impossible to ignore: who will inherit the empire when he is gone? As Septimius Severus leads one final campaign to secure Rome's northern frontier, the fragile unity he has spent a lifetime building begins to fracture. Old rivalries return, trusted friendships are tested, and the bond between his sons threatens the future of an entire dynasty. Beside him, Julia Domna fights to ...

The author first outlines events from the Iron Age period immediately preceding the conquest in AD 43 to the emperor Honorius's advice to the Britons in 410 to fend for themselves. He then tackles the issues facing Britons after the absorption of their culture by an invading army, including the role of government and the military in the province, religion, commerce, technology, and daily life. For this revised edition, the text and bibliography have been updated to reflect the latest discoveries and research in recent years.

The Lost Roman Legion explores one of history's most enduring military mysteries... the disappearance of Rome's legendary Ninth Legion. Stationed in the far reaches of Britain, thousands of elite Roman soldiers marched into the wilds of Caledonia and seemingly vanished from history. What became of one of Rome's most famous legions? Was it destroyed in battle, absorbed into another force, or lost to a fate that remains unknown? This fast-paced and informative read examines the history, theories, and legends surrounding the Ninth Legion, exploring one of the ancient world's greatest unsolved ...

Britannia is bleeding out on the edge of the world. The men of Britannia stand alone, outnumbered, outmatched, and bound only by the thin thread of their own stubborn will. If they break, a nation dies. If they hold, it will be because ordinary men chose to become something harder than steel. From the shadow‑choked forests of Wealdham to the blood‑drenched rise of Badon Hill, the price of freedom is carved into the soil with every dying breath. Raiders arrive with fire in their fists. Warlords lead men hungry for land and flesh, and the cold certainty that no help will ride from Rome.

From the beginning, Rome was a hotbed of power, overweening ambition, desire, political genius, and corruption. Hughes details the turbulent years that saw the formation of empire and the establishment of the sociopolitical system, along the way providing colorful portraits of all the major figures, both political and cultural. For almost a thousand years, Rome would remain the most politically important, richest, and largest city in the Western world. 

This is the story of the fall of an Empire – and the rise of another. Who spread Christianity, how, and why? In her quest to find the answer, Professor Alice Roberts takes us on a gripping investigative journey. From a secluded valley in south Wales to the shores of Brittany; from the heart of...

Book One of the Tharion Cycle In the mist-drenched marshes of a dying empire, the land begins to forget—and so do the people. As Rome crumbles in Britain’s farthest province, a hidden girl with starlit blood begins to dream of a Bell that tolls not in sound, but in memory. Caelwyn has lived her whole life in Elderglen, veiled from the world, raised by a seer who speaks in silence. But when the mists thicken and the rune-stones begin to hum, she’s forced from hiding—into a world where names vanish, roads shift, and even time no longer flows as it should.

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Holland, who co-hosts the podcast The Rest Is History, is at his best when having fun with Rome's bloody history' The Times 'A book for lovers of traditional, grand sweep narrative history' Sunday Times The definitive history of Rome's golden age -...

A DYING EMPIRE. A RISING TIDE. ONE FINAL STAND. The Roman light has faded from Britannia, leaving a fractured mosaic of tribes to face a rising enemy tide. From the northern wastes, western seas, and Saxon hinterland, six thousand spears march to drown the fires of Brythonfort. Arthur, the Bear of the West, finds himself trapped between a silent coast and a treacherous lord’s pride, left to defend a kingdom with only two hundred horsemen and a thousand raw farmers who have never tasted steel. As the ruthless Guertepir leads his host toward the ancient stones of Aquae Sulis, Arthur ...

Rome did not expect Claudius to rule. Mocked for his physical impairments, dismissed as weak, and pushed to the margins of the imperial family, Claudius was never meant to wear the purple. Yet in 41 CE, after the assassination of Caligula, he emerged from hiding to become emperor of the most powerful empire in the world. What followed was one of the most unlikely and revealing reigns in Roman history. In Claudius: The Emperor No One Expected, Gordon J. MacKenzie tells the story of a ruler who transformed weakness into strength and survival into authority. From stabilising a broken imperial ...

Through the flames of rebellion, heroes are forged. In the heart of a fractured Rome, as Pompey the Great triumphs in Hispania against a sea of rebellion, a fire stirs on the slopes of Vesuvius. Here, in the shadow of the mighty volcano, an unprecedented alliance of slaves and gladiators dares...

See the Secrets of Caesar's Invasion of Brittania! Explore the Strategies, Battles, and Legacy of Rome's First Foray into Celtic Lands. Dive deep into the gripping narrative of Julius Caesar's invasion of Britain with this meticulously researched guide. More than just a recounting of battles, this book unveils the complex political machinations, cultural clashes, and long-lasting consequences of Rome's first foray into Celtic territory. Why Choose This Book? Unbiased Analysis: Explore multiple perspectives on Caesar's motives, tactics, and ultimate goals, separating historical fact from ...

What made the Roman army the most feared fighting force in the ancient world — and why did it eventually collapse? Two manuscripts in one book: Roman Military History: An Enthralling Guide to Battle Tactics, Empire Expansion, and the Might of the Roman Legions Julius Caesar: An Enthralling Guide to the Conquest, Power, and Assassination of Rome's Eternal Dictator From a scrappy militia defending a small city on the Tiber to a professional war machine that conquered an empire spanning three continents, the Roman military underwent one of the most dramatic transformations in history. This 2...

A “superb” (The Guardian) novel about two sisters fighting for survival in Dark Ages Britain that weaves “a dazzling blend of history and fantasy” (BuzzFeed) “Rich in history and folklore . . . Stott is astute on the use of stories to control others and maintain power...

By the second century CE, Londinium was a large Roman city, with tens of thousands of inhabitants using villas, palaces, a forum, temples, and baths. The Roman governor ruled from the city in a basilica that served as the seat of government. What was once a 30 acre outpost now spanned 300 acres and was home to nearly 15,000 people, including Roman soldiers, officials and foreign merchants.

This audiobook takes a holistic look at Roman Britain, from the events leading up to its official inception in AD 43 until the Romans left the Isle entirely around AD 409. The timeline is straightforward, and each chapter delves into some aspect of Romano-British life: dealing with the concept of the Celts; when Britannia actually became Roman; how the two peoples attempted to blend their culture through religion; and lastly, why the Romans had to leave.