Magic in Roman Britain

Adam Parker author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Amberley Publishing

Publishing:15th Aug '25

£15.99

This title is due to be published on 15th August, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

Magic in Roman Britain cover

The archaeological evidence for the wide-ranging uses of magic in Roman Britain is explored here. Amulets harnessed the power of supernatural creatures; arcane words, and strange and uncanny materials to provide powerful protection to their users. Roman Britain provides evidence for amulets that protected pregnant mothers, soldiers on the frontier, sufferers of stomach ailments, and teething infants. Curses by victims of theft aimed to bring physical ruin on criminals and love charms aimed to help the unlucky in love. Lavishly illustrated throughout, this accessible books offers a fascinating insight into the secret magical history of Roman Britain.

ISBN: 9781398120815

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

96 pages