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  • Lucius Verus and the Roman Defence of the East

    by M.C. Bishop ...
    "The first biography of Marcus Aurelius' adopted brother and co-emperor . . . a valuable read for anyone with an interest in Roman history."— The NYMAS ReviewLucius Verus is one of the least regarded Roman emperors, despite the fact that he was co-ruler with his adoptive brother Marcus Aurelius for nine years until his untimely death. The later sources were strangely hostile to him and modern ... Read more

    $14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Roman Cavalry Tactics

    by M.C. Bishop ...
    Series Book 263 - Elite
    A fully illustrated study of the Roman cavalry's evolution, this fascinating book chronicles tactics and composition from the time of the Republic to the fall of the Dominate.The cavalry 'wings' that probed ahead of the Roman Army played a key role in its campaigns of conquest, masking its marching flanks and seeking to encircle enemies in battle. However, the original small cavalry arm provided ... Read more

    $15.99 USD

  • Roman Cavalry Helmets

    by M.C. Bishop ...
    Series Book 268 - Elite
    Renowned authority M. C. Bishop investigates the origins, development, manufacture, decoration and use of the Roman cavalry helmet.Roman cavalry helmets of the Republican period at first differed little from the infantry helmets and identifying them proves a challenging but not impossible task. In this study, M.C. Bishop reveals how changes to the Roman Army under the Principate at the end of the ... Read more

    $15.99 USD

  • Handbook to Roman Legionary Fortresses

    by M.C. Bishop ...
    An extensive guide to the legionary fortresses of the Roman Empire, including locations, history, layout, and more.This is a reference guide to Roman legionary fortresses throughout the former Roman Empire, of which approximately eighty-five have been located and identified. With the expansion of the empire and the garrisoning of its army in frontier regions during the 1st century AD, Rome began ... Read more

    $9.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Roman Infantry Helmets

    by M.C. Bishop ...
    Series Book 266 - Elite
    This study investigates the development, manufacture, decoration and use of the Roman infantry helmet, a vital piece of personal protection equipment of both legionary and auxiliary troops.The protective headgear worn by Roman foot soldiers of the Republican period was adopted directly from the Etruscans, who had in turn adapted helmets from neighbouring European cultures within and beyond the ... Read more

    $15.99 USD

  • Gladiators

    Fighting to the Death in Ancient Rome

    by M.C. Bishop ...
    Series series Casemate Short History
    A concise history of ancient Roman gladiators—how they lived, fought, and died in the Colosseum—by the archeologist, author, and Roman military expert.Heroic despite their lowly status, the gladiators of ancient Rome fought vicious duels in large arenas filled with baying crowds. Few lasted more than a dozen fights, yet they were a valuable asset to their owners. Gladiators reveals the fascinating ... Read more

    $2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • An Archaeological Guide to Walking Hadrian’s Wall from Bowness-on-Solway to Wallsend (West to East)

    Per Lineam Valli, #2

    by M. C. Bishop ...
    Series Book 2 - Per Lineam Valli
    This is an informative (yet informal) description of the route of Hadrian's Wall and all the remains that can still be seen. For most of the route from west to east, it follows the Hadrian's Wall National Trail Footpath, but with an important difference: where the path veers off the line of the Wall, this account stays with it and allows you to examine the remains most other walkers do not see ... Read more

    $4.00 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Secret History of the Roman Roads of Britain

    And Their Impact on Military History

    by M.C. Bishop ...
    There have been many books on Britain's Roman roads, but none have considered in any depth their long-term strategic impact. Mike Bishop shows how the road network was vital not only in the Roman strategy of conquest and occupation, but influenced the course of British military history during subsequent ages. The author starts with the pre-Roman origins of the network (many Roman roads being built ... Read more

    $14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Roman Plate Armour

    by M.C. Bishop ...
    Series Book 247 - Elite
    Fully illustrated, this book investigates the articulated plate armour worn by Roman legionaries.First named by Renaissance historians studying the reliefs on Trajan's Column, lorica segmentata evaded successful attempts to reconstruct it until a series of importantarchaeological finds in the 20th century revealed how it worked and the truth of its extended chronology. The earliest findsdate from ... Read more

    $15.19 USD

  • An Archaeological Guide to Walking Hadrian's Wall from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway (East to West)

    Per Lineam Valli, #3

    by M. C. Bishop ...
    Series Book 3 - Per Lineam Valli
    This is an informative (yet informal) description of the route of Hadrian's Wall and all the remains that can still be seen. For most of the route from east to west, it follows the Hadrian's Wall National Trail Footpath, but with an important difference: where the path veers off the line of the Wall, this account stays with it and allows you to examine the remains most other walkers do not see ... Read more

    $4.00 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • An Introduction to Hadrian's Wall: One Hundred Questions About the Roman Wall Answered

    Per Lineam Valli, #1

    by M. C. Bishop ...
    Series Book 1 - Per Lineam Valli
    This book provides a friendly and accessible introduction to Hadrian's Wall in the form of 100 questions and their answers. Designed to appeal to all who have heard of (but do not necessarily know much about) this important monument, the themes covered include Building the Wall, Using the Wall, After the Wall, Visiting the Wall, and Understanding the Wall. It includes a select bibliography. ... Read more

    $2.50 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Roman Shields

    by M.C. Bishop ...
    Series Book 234 - Elite
    The introduction of the scutum in the 4th century BC revolutionized the way the Romans fought. Instead of being purely defensive, the shield became a weapon in its own right.Using the top edge or boss to punch an opponent, or the lower rim to smash down on their feet, it served to unbalance an enemy and allow the sword to do its work. The versatility of the scutum was characterized by the testudo, ... Read more

    $15.99 USD