Ancient Britain and the Invasions of Julius Caesar by T. Rice Holmes

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Author Holmes, T. Rice (Thomas Rice), 1855-1933
LoC No. 08008462
Title Ancient Britain and the Invasions of Julius Caesar
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Summary "Ancient Britain and the Invasions of Julius Caesar" by T. Rice Holmes is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the prehistoric culture of Britain and the subsequent invasions by Julius Caesar, painting a picture of the life and development of early British society leading up to Roman influence. The author aims to enrich our understanding of the social and cultural transitions that occurred in Britain before the Roman conquests. The opening of the book introduces the complexity of reconstructing Britain's prehistory, emphasizing the challenges posed by the limited available written records. It details Julius Caesar's initial inquiries into Britain and the scant knowledge he acquired about its peoples, tribes, and customs. The author explains the rich archaeological evidence that exists to tell the story of early British life, offering insights into a variety of subjects, from prehistoric artifacts to the evolution of culture through time. Holmes highlights the importance of this archaeological framework for understanding the influence of early invasions on the island. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Great Britain -- History -- To 449
Subject Romans -- Great Britain
Subject Britons
Subject Ethnology -- Great Britain
Subject Great Britain -- Antiquities, Celtic
Subject Caesar, Julius -- Military leadership
Subject Generals -- Rome
Subject Great Britain -- History -- Invasions
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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