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Life and Letters on the Roman Frontier,Used
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First published in 1998. Over three hundred letters and documents have recently been discovered at the fort of Vindolanda, written on wooden tablets which have amazingly survived nearly 2000 years. Painstakingly deciphered by Alan Bowman and J. David Thomas, they have contributed a wealth of evidence for daily life in the Roman Empire. From the military documents we learn of the strength and activities of the units stationed at Vindolanda. The accounts testify to the lifestyle of officers and ordinary soldiers, with payments for pepper and oil, towels and tallow, boots and beer. Then there are snapshots of domestic life in letters between the officers' wives, including a birthday invitation (see front cover). Most fascinating of all is the evidence for a high level of literacy in the Roman army, where even someone of humble rank receives a letter from home promising him a parcel of socks. Alan Bowman's lively summary of this new evidence is followed by the texts of 38 key tablets, in Latin and in translation, including new tablets found in 19914, which bring the reader very close to the actual people who inhabited Vindolanda in 100 AD.
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- Q: What is 'Life and Letters on the Roman Frontier' about? A: 'Life and Letters on the Roman Frontier' explores over three hundred recently discovered letters and documents from the fort of Vindolanda, providing insights into daily life in the Roman Empire through military and personal correspondence.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Alan K. Bowman, who, along with J. David Thomas, has painstakingly deciphered the ancient texts.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Life and Letters on the Roman Frontier' was first published on January 16, 1998.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains a total of 168 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners interested in Roman history? A: Yes, the book provides accessible insights into Roman life, making it suitable for both beginners and those with more advanced knowledge of Roman history.
- Q: What kind of documents are included in the book? A: The book includes translations of 38 key tablets, showcasing military documents and personal letters that reveal insights into the lifestyle of people at Vindolanda.
- Q: Does the book provide translations of the original Latin texts? A: Yes, the book features both the original Latin texts and their English translations for reader accessibility.
- Q: What historical period does this book focus on? A: The book focuses on life in the Roman Empire around 100 AD, particularly at the Vindolanda fort.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photographs in the book? A: While the book primarily contains text and translations of tablets, it may include images related to the historical context, but specific details are not provided in the product description.