The book is a readable survey that begins with late Iron Age Britain and follows successive Roman conquests and campaigns. The chapter on Septimius Severus in Scotland provides the review's sample of its historical argument. The visual material includes black-and-white photographs, color artwork, site photographs, and images of models. The illustrations earn praise for the close attention paid to historical accuracy.
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The book's scope and illustrations
The review highlights late Iron Age Britain, successive Roman campaigns, Severus in Scotland, and carefully prepared illustrations.