The Pfahlgraben

The Pfahlgraben

Thomas Hodgkin

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Poesía
ISBN:
9781120914385
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The Pfahlgraben: An Essay Towards A Description Of The Barrier Of The Roman Empire Between The Danube And The Rhine (1882) is a historical book written by Thomas Hodgkin. The book is focused on the Pfahlgraben, which was a massive barrier constructed by the Roman Empire between the Danube and the Rhine rivers. The barrier was built to protect the Roman Empire from the barbarian tribes that were constantly attacking it. In this book, Hodgkin provides a detailed description of the Pfahlgraben, including its construction, purpose, and historical significance. He also explores the various archaeological findings related to the barrier and its impact on the surrounding areas. The book is written in an informative and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in Roman history. It includes numerous illustrations and maps that help readers visualize the barrier and its surrounding areas. Overall, The Pfahlgraben: An Essay Towards A Description Of The Barrier Of The Roman Empire Between The Danube And The Rhine (1882) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Roman Empire and its military defenses.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.

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