A Short Introduction to Roman Britain

An excellent short introduction to the early history of Britain, focusing on the Roman invasion and occupation and the subsequent collapse of Roman rule. Illustrated to enhance the reading experience. 


Contents include: 


Roman Britain 

Roman Britain: Conquest BC 55-A.D. 140 

Garrisons. AD 85-211 

History of Romanization. AD 43-96 

Towns 

Country Houses, Villages 

Roads, Sea Communications 286-296 

AD 300-380 

AD 380-410 

Saxon Conquest 300-446 

Teutonic Conquest of Britain 

The Invaders. Early notices 

Archaeological and Literary evidence 

Religion. Calendar. Agriculture 

The English kingdoms. Growth of Wessex 552-688 

The Hwicce. Mercia. Deira 571-615 

Bernicia and Aethelfrith. Aethelberht of Kent 547-605