The book explores the 18th-century discourse surrounding the impact of Roman civilization on the territories north of Hadrian's Wall. It delves into historical interpretations, archaeological findings, and cultural exchanges that shaped perceptions of Roman influence in Britain. Through a detailed analysis of primary sources and scholarly debates, the author illuminates the complexities of identity and heritage in the context of Roman expansion and its lasting legacy on the region.
Focusing on practical techniques for opera coaches, this updated edition serves as a comprehensive guide for working with opera singers. It addresses the physical and vocal challenges presented by scores, providing strategies to enhance performance. The book is designed to equip répétiteurs with the necessary skills to effectively support singers in their artistic development.
Walking the Antonine Wall charts a voyage on foot along one of Scotland’s most fascinating ancient monuments, a 38-mile rampart constructed in the second century AD by the Romans to mark what would briefly become the northernmost limit of their vast empire. It is a personal account of historian Dr. Alan Montgomery’s encounters with the enigmatic remains of this Roman frontier which have inspired myths and legends and intrigued and baffled generations of chroniclers, antiquarians and archaeologists. Leading through wild open spaces and along city streets, past curiosities man-made and natural, ancient and modern, it records a journey across central Scotland and through 2,000 years of captivating Scottish history.