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<p>From renowned and respected author David Shotter, this updated and expanded edition of Roman Britain offers a concise introduction to this period, drawing on the wealth of recent scholarship to explain the progress of the Romans and their objectives in conquering Britain.</p><p>Key topics discussed include:</p><p>* the Roman conquest of Britain<br>* the evolution of the frontier with Scotland<br>* the infrastructure the Romans put in place<br>* the place of religion in Roman Britain.</p><p>Taking account of recent research, this second edition includes an expanded bibliography and a number of new plates which illustrate the various aspects of the Roman occupation of Britain.</p>