| Author |
Wright, Thomas, 1810-1877 |
| LoC No. |
26002042
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| Title |
The Ruins of the Roman City of Uriconium, at Wroxeter, near Shrewsbury
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Transcribed from the fourth, 1863, edition by David Price
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| Summary |
"The Ruins of the Roman City of Uriconium, at Wroxeter, near Shrewsbury" by Thomas Wright is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The text serves as a guide and detailed examination of the archaeological findings at Wroxeter, particularly focusing on the remains of the ancient Roman city of Uriconium. It aims to provide popular information for visitors interested in understanding the significance of the excavations and the broader implications for Roman history in Britain. The opening of the book presents a preface and introductory context, laying out the author's intentions for the text. Wright discusses the historical significance of Uriconium, highlighting its long-standing presence as a Roman city and the recent excavations that have revealed its structures, including walls, hypocausts, and various artifacts. He emphasizes the importance of these findings in understanding the living conditions and culture of Roman Britain, as well as addressing superstitions that preserved the ruins for centuries after their decline. The beginning sets the stage for a more in-depth exploration of the city's archaeological remains and their relevance to historical research. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| Subject |
Romans -- England -- Wroxeter
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| Subject |
Wroxeter (England) -- Antiquities, Roman
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
62425 |
| Release Date |
Jun 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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