The Eagle and the Bear

A Sweeping History of Roman Scotland

John H. Reid on the clash between Rome's legions and Caledonia's tribes

About the Ebook

For over three centuries, the inhabitants of North Britain faced the might of Rome, resulting in some of the most extraordinary archaeology of the ancient world.This richly illustrated new history of Roman Scotland explores the complex, often tumultuous and frequently brutal interaction between the world's first superpower and the peoples who lived north of Hadrian's Wall.With reference to the latest research and featuring all the key sites, it offers though-provoking re-assessments of many aspects of the story of the Romans in Scotland, from the loss of the IXth Legion and the reasons for building and maintaining Hadrian's Wall, to considering what spurred at least four Roman emperors to personally visit the edge of the empire.

Why You'll Love This Ebook

• Discover the dramatic story of Rome's northernmost frontier
• Learn how the Roman invasion shaped Scotland's ancient past
• Engage with rigorous historical scholarship on a fascinating period
• Read another celebrated title from Birlinn Ltd - Independent Scottish Publisher

Reviews

'It is comprehensive in its coverage, beautifully written and illustrated, and will attract non‑specialist readers as well as historians and archaeologists with an interest in the period.' Scottish Archaeological Journal

'Superbly researched, accessibly written and convincingly argued, this book presents a clear and engaging chronological history of the Romans in Scotland.' Undiscovered Scotland

'Provides a new and highly original narrative of Scotland's Roman past — a well‑readable and warmly recommended study for anyone interested in Roman frontiers.' Nico Roymans, Emeritus Professor of West European Archaeology, VU University Amsterdam

About the Author

John H. Reid has had a lifelong fascination with Roman Scotland. He co-directed the Burnswark Project in Dumfriesshire, the ground-breaking archaeological dig of the only known Roman siege in Britain and has been Chairman of the Trimontium Trust in Melrose for the last 25 years. He has appeared on BBC TV and radio, is a regular speaker at major archaeological conferences and has been published widely in the academic and popular press.

Publication Details

Publisher: Birlinn Ltd

Publication Date: 06 April 2023

Print Length: 256 pages (Ebook edition)

ISBN (Ebook): 9781788855808

Format: Ebook

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