[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars I don't want to give away the conclusions reached by Mr Sullivan. I do however think the amount of common sense evidence given for his beliefs merit more observation. The story of Arthur is so ingrained in the West that IMO it has to have some factual basis. That said this book will make you think again. Very well written with explanations and why the author expresses himself as he does. I read this book quickly as I have never seen the task of Arthur being given such a sequential and thorough going over. Excellent for historians or those interested in Arthur and the long ago past.
NetGalley, Patrick Carmen

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars This book is a series of essays that set out to answer 1) why Britannia was so comprehensively ruined, 2) why molecular data does not correlate with archaeological data in regards to Saxon migrations, 3) why Britain speaks English, not an offshoot of Latin. I'd say that a basic understanding of Roman history is helpful when reading this book, if only because otherwise the sheer number of Emperor's listed could get overwhelming. That said, I do not have a lot of in depth knowledge about Rome, and I still found Lambshead writing to be perfectly comprehensible. The Fall of Roman Britain covers a time period that I haven't often seen covered in books, with other scholars often focusing on how the Norman invasion of 1066 changed the social and political climate of Britain. This book, instead, discussions how the happenings of the continental empire affected the isolated local populations and Roman transplants, and why the two seem to have (mostly) kept to themselves... Read more
NetGalley, Elizabeth McLaughlin

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars Absolutely fascinating book, well written and really useful in understanding how transport has changed. Beautiful composed and well worth reading.
NetGalley, Karen Bull

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars A well researched book on Romes conquests throughout Asia Minor and Armenia. I would recommend it to anyone who likes a good historical book on ancient Roman conquests. Very well put together.
NetGalley, Lional Jones

Really interesting take on this historical period and events. The author presents some compelling arguments and challenges traditional interpretations of evidence to offer a credible economic motivation for invasion. It has made me want to revisit other interpretations to see if the arguments hold their ground! I think it is wonderful when authors revisit and challenge traditional histories - this is a basis for continued analysis and learning. Great job doing that!
NetGalley, Louise Gray