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Vindolanda
Series: Vindolanda
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This novel is ideal for readers fascinated by Roman history, historical fiction enthusiasts, and those who appreciate richly detailed, action-driven narratives set in ancient times.
AD 98: The army base at Vindolanda lies on the northern frontier of Britannia and the entire Roman world. Defences are weak, as tribes rebel against Roman rule, and local druids preach the fiery destruction of the invaders.
Hugely authentic historical fiction series set near Hadrian's Wall, from leading British historian Adrian Goldsworthy.
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Gripping, authentic novel set in Roman Britain from bestselling historian, Adrian Goldsworthy.
AD 98: Vindolanda. A fort on the edge of the Roman world.
The bustling army base at Vindolanda lies on the northern frontier of Britannia and the entire Roman world. In just over twenty years time, the Emperor Hadrian will build his famous wall. But for now, defences are weak as tribes rebel against Rome, and local druids preach the fiery destruction of the invaders.
It falls to Flavius Ferox, Briton and Roman centurion, to keep the peace. But it will take more than just a soldier's courage to survive life in Roman Britain.
This is a hugely authentic historical novel, written by one of Britain's leading historians.
'A thrilling and engrossing novel' – Harry Sidebottom.
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Vindolanda
Gripping, authentic novel set in Roman Britain from bestselling historian, Adrian Goldsworthy. AD 98: Vindolanda. A fort on the edge of the Roman world. The bustling army base at Vindolanda lies on the northern frontier of Britannia and the entire Roman world. In just over twenty years time, the Emperor Hadrian will build his famous wall. But for now, defences...Paperback$2899Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
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Critically acclaimed for its authenticity and engaging storytelling, Vindolanda has been praised as "a thrilling and engrossing novel" by Harry Sidebottom and lauded for its accurate portrayal of Roman Britain. Reviewers highlight Goldsworthy’s ability to combine action with historical detail, calling it "an instant classic of the genre" and "more accurate than the usual action fiction about legionaries." The Times describes it as "an authentic, enjoyable read," while other reviews commend its gripping characters and realistic settings.
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ISBN: 9781784974701
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 16 November 2017
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Head of Zeus
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 416
About the Author
Adrian Goldsworthy studied at Oxford and became an acclaimed historian of Ancient Rome. He is the author of several books, including Anthony and Cleopatra, Caesar, and The Fall of the West, as well as another adventure starring Flavius Ferox, The Encircling Sea. Visit adriangoldsworthy.com.
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