Conquering the Ocean.

"Conquering the Ocean" by Richard Hingley is a comprehensive account of the Roman conquest and occupation of Britain. The book combines classical literary references with archaeological and epigraphic research to provide a balanced perspective on Roman Britain. Hingley argues that the conquest of Britain was seen as a religious and military objective by Roman leaders, and explores the political implications of this perspective. The book covers the entire period of Roman activity in Britain, including the post-Roman period and the later reception of Roman Britain. While the book focuses on personages and events, it acknowledges the complexities of the primary evidence and the interpretations of that evidence. Overall, "Conquering the Ocean" is a valuable resource for readers seeking a straightforward history of Roman Britain. [Extracted from the article]