The Romanization of Roman Britain by F. Haverfield
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| Author | Haverfield, F. (Francis), 1860-1919 |
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| LoC No. | 13001191 |
| Title | The Romanization of Roman Britain |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Ted Garvin, Linda Cantoni, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "The Romanization of Roman Britain" by F. Haverfield is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically during the early 1910s. This work delves into the intricate processes through which Roman culture permeated the British Isles following the Roman conquest, discussing its linguistic, societal, and material repercussions. The book addresses the concept of Romanization not only as a political phenomenon but as a significant cultural transformation that affected various aspects of life in Britain during and after the Roman Empire's reign. At the start of the text, Haverfield introduces the idea that historians often overlook the contributions of the Roman Empire, viewing it starkly as an era of stagnation. He elaborates on the contrasts between the creative energy of earlier civilizations and the practicality of the Roman Empire. Notably, the opening sections emphasize the duality of Romanization: the blending of Roman and indigenous cultures, particularly in language and material civilization, while also highlighting the areas that resisted this assimilation. The author methodically presents early findings and archaeological evidence, particularly focusing on regions in Britain that were profoundly impacted by Roman governance and culture. Haverfield's initial arguments lay the groundwork for a more comprehensive exploration of the historical intricacies of Roman rule in Britain. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Romans -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Antiquities, Roman |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14173 |
| Release Date | Nov 26, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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