The Amateur Antiquary: His Notes, Sketches, And Fancies Concerning The Roman Wall In The Counties Of Northumberland And Cumberland (1899)

By Robert Henry Forster

Book Overview

The Amateur Antiquary: His Notes, Sketches, And Fancies Concerning The Roman Wall In The Counties Of Northumberland And Cumberland (1899) is a book written by Robert Henry Forster. This book is a detailed account of the author's observations, sketches, and musings on the Roman wall that runs through the counties of Northumberland and Cumberland in England. Forster, who was an amateur antiquarian, shares his thoughts on the history of the wall, its construction, its purpose, and its significance in the region. He also provides detailed descriptions of the various forts, milecastles, and other structures that were built along the wall.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the wall. Forster's writing is descriptive and informative, and his sketches and illustrations provide a visual representation of the wall and its surroundings.The Amateur Antiquary: His Notes, Sketches, And Fancies Concerning The Roman Wall In The Counties Of Northumberland And Cumberland (1899) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Roman Empire, the construction of ancient walls, or the history of Northumberland and Cumberland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166975037
• ISBN13: 9781166975036
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"