London in the Roman World.

LONDON (England); UNITED Kingdom

This book review discusses "London in the Roman World" by Dominic Perring, which provides a comprehensive history of Roman London based on archaeological excavations and research. The book covers various aspects of Roman London, including its founding as a port, its development during the Flavian period, and its decline in the fourth century. Perring explores the city's topography, the impact of events such as the Boudican revolt, and the construction of important structures like the defensive city wall and the Temple of Mithras. The review highlights the book's contribution to the understanding of Roman Britain and suggests further areas of research. [Extracted from the article]

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