Books with title 100 facts ROMAN BRITAIN

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.

For nearly four centuries, Britain served as the western border of the Roman Empire. Invaded in 43 AD, it was initially a wild place prone to Celtic uprisings such as those led by Boudicca. However, as the decades passed, the unrest settled and the Romans set to work building temples, roads, baths and villas. Life in Britain became similar to life an any of the corners of the Empire with the order and culture of the Empire mixing freely with the native cultures. Discover what it was like to be a citizen of the greatest Empire in the world while at the same time living near the edge of the map.

The 'Roman Britain' poster features a central timeline which spans from AD 43 - AD 410. Maps indicate the area of the Roman Empire in the 1st and 2nd centuries, and the invasion of Britain at the end of the Roman Empire. Information is organised into the topics: work and trade; language; the Pax Romana; entertainment; religion; evidence; roads; towns; houses and home life; end of the empire. Photographs of the Roman baths at Bath and Hadrian's Wall help children to understand the legacy of Roman Britain, whilst images of a Cirencester mosaic and a Latin inscription on a tomb in York provide exciting evidence of the period.

100 Facts VICTORIAN BRITAIN is bursting with mind-blowing images, fun activities and exactly 100 awesome Victorian facts for kids aged 7+. Children will learn everything they need to know about life under the rule of Queen Victoria. Kids learn more easily with bite-sized information. Photographs and artworks aid children who learn through visual prompts. Activities allow children to put what they have learned into practice. 100 Facts Victorian Britain contains key topics about Queen Victoria's long reign in concise numbered facts. Information is accompanied by amazing illustrations and photographs that put unbelievable facts into context for young learners. Essential topics covered in 100 Facts Victorian Britain: Queen Victoria's royal family and the great British Empire The Industrial Revolution boom, factory life and being sent to the workhouse Improvements in health and travel, and the start of the Modern Age Examples of 'I don't believe it' fascinating facts: British law said that no man was allowed to propose to the queen, so Victoria had to ask for Albert's hand in marriage! Rich Victorian women had to suffer to look good they wore whalebone corsets strengthened with steel that must have been agony to wear. When Victoria's death was announced, people wore black, and black and purple banners were hung from shop windows. Iron fences were given a fresh coat of black paint to mark the occasion. Activities to make learning accessible and interactive include: Quiz question: Which Christmas tradition was introduced in 1846? Rearrange the sentences shown in this panel to find the names of four famous books Make Victorian ice cream using sugar, milk and vanilla essence