Relying on the most recent archaeological evidence as well as on ancient artifacts, T. W. Potter and Catherine Johns assess the impact of the Roman invasion of A.D. 43 to provide a complete picture of Roman Britain. In the context of Britain's place in the empire as a whole, they survey the effect of Romanization in town and country, in the arts, architecture, and religion. The authors, both curators of the Romano-British collection of the British Museum, have an unrivalled, day-to-day familiarity with the material evidence, including such notable discoveries as the Thetford and Snettisham treasures, the Vindolanda tablets, and the unique building facade from Meonstoke, which only came to light in 1989. The rich silverware, jewelry, and mosaics, as well as more utilitarian objects are discussed in detail.
- ISBN10 0520081684
- ISBN13 9780520081680
- Publish Date 23 February 1993 (first published 12 December 1983)
- Publish Status Unknown
- Out of Print 25 January 2010
- Publish Country US
- Imprint University of California Press
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 239
- Language English