This authoritative and original work sets the results of recent archaeological research in the context of classical scholarship, as it explores three main aspects of Romano-British buildings:

* general characteristics of form and structure
* the ways in which they were built and decorated
* the range of activities for which they were designed.

This evidence is then used to discuss the social practices and domestic arrangements that characterised Romano-British elite society. Fully illustrated, this volume is the essential guide to how houses were built, used and understood in Roman Britain.

Reviews

'This is a fundamental book of enduring importance.' - Antiquity

'This book is a must for any student or professional archaeologist specialising in the study of the Roman house ... a vital contribution to Romano-British studies.' - Minerva

'This is a fundamental book of enduring importance.' - Antiquity

'This book is a must for any student or professional archaeologist specialising in the study of the Roman house ... a vital contribution to Romano-British studies.' - Minerva

'P.'s balance between caution and speculation is generally well-judged.' - Journal of Roman Studies

Book Information
ISBN 9780415488785
Author Dominic Perring
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 490g