Military Religion in Roman Britain

by Georgia L. Irby-Massie

This volume deals with the religions of the Roman soldiers in Britain and the religious interactions of soldiers and civilians. Drawing on epigraphic and archaeological evidence, the discussion shows the complexities of Roman, Eastern, and Celtic rites, how each system influenced the ritual and liturgy of the others, and how each system was altered over time.
The first part presents discursive chapters on topics such as the cult of the emperor,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9004108483
• ISBN13: 9789004108486
• Release Date: August 1999
• Publisher: Brill
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.3" x 9.6"