Early Britain—Roman Britain by John William Edward Conybeare
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"Early Britain—Roman Britain" by Edward Conybeare is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to provide a readable overview of the historical progression and decline of Roman influence in Britain, emphasizing archaeological insights alongside classical sources. This work explores the epochs from pre-Roman Britain to the Roman occupation, highlighting the interactions and influences that shaped the early civilization in the British Isles. At the start of the
book, Conybeare establishes the significance of Roman history in understanding the broader narrative of human civilization. He emphasizes the importance of understanding Britain's pre-Roman and post-Roman history, noting how Roman influence marked a turning point in the island's development. The opening sections discuss the earliest inhabitants of Britain, including the Palaeolithic and Neolithic peoples, their tools, societal structures, and beginnings of agriculture. Conybeare also introduces the Celtic tribes and notes the geographical and socio-political elements that influenced Britain's history, setting the foundation for a deeper exploration into the Roman conquest and occupation that would follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Conybeare, John William Edward, 1843-1931 |
|---|---|
| Title | Early Britain—Roman Britain |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Paul Murray, Bill Hershey, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Roman period, 55 B.C.-449 A.D. |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12910 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-12910-5 |
| Release Date | Jul 14, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1365 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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