*** Winner of the PROSE Award (2019) for Classics ***
This major new work on Roman London brings together the many new
discoveries of the last generation and provides a detailed overview of
the city from before its foundation in the first century to the fifth
century AD. Richard Hingley explores the archaeological and historical
evidence for London under the Romans, assessing the city in the context
of its province and the wider empire. He explores the multiple functions
of Londinium over time, considering economy, industry, trade, status and
urban infrastructure, but also looking at how power, status, gender and
identity are reflected through the materiality of the terrain and
waterscape of the evolving city. A particular focus of the book is the
ritual and religious context in which these activities occurred. Hingley
looks at how places within the developing urban landscape were inherited
and considers how the history and meanings of Londinium built upon
earlier associations from its recent and ancient past.
As well as drawing together a much-needed synthesis of recent
scholarship and material evidence, Hingley offers new perspectives that
will inspire future debate and research for years to come. This volume
not only provides an accessible introduction for undergraduate students
and anyone interested in the ancient city of London, but also an
essential account for more advanced students and scholars.
