Roman Officers and English Gentlemen: The Imperial Origins of Roman Archaeology Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

Roman Officers and English Gentlemen: The Imperial Origins of Roman Archaeology Book

The impact of classical Rome on ancient Britain, as perceived by the late Victorian and Edwardian elites, was a resource of immense contemporary political value. The images it produced helped to define the idea and practice of British imperialism...Read More

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  • Waterstones

    This landmark book shows how much Victorian and Edwardian Roman archaeologists were influenced by their own experience of empire in their interpretation of archaeological evidence.

  • Product Description

    Richard Hingley's pioneering work explores the fascinating relationship between classical Rome and ancient Britain. His thorough examination of late Victorian and Edwardian writings on Rome and the ancient Britons illuminates the historical context and development of Roman archaeology and simultaneously makes an exciting contribution to the current debates on English identity and imperialism. This landmark study will be essential reading for anyone interested in Roman archaeology, ancient history, colonial studies, and historiography.

  • 0415235804
  • 9780415235808
  • Richard Hingley
  • 3 August 2000
  • Routledge
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 240
  • 1
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