Mosaics in Roman Britain: Stories in Stone (Revealing History) By Patricia Witt

Mosaics in Roman Britain : Stories in Stone Paperback / softbackby Patricia Witts\nThe stories illustrated in mosaics graphically link us to the world of the Romans.\nWhen we look at a figured scene, we are seeing exactly what the Roman viewer saw \u2013 give or take a crumbling tessera or two.\nPortrayed on pavements were love stories, tales of heroes and images of deities. Roman culture, the passing of time, and the evocation of protection and prosperity were popular themes along with scenes from the arena and the hunt.\nNearly 200 figured mosaics are known from Roman Britain.\nA substantial number still survive and can be enjoyed in museums and sites throughout the country, while superb antiquarian illustrations record others that have since been lost. This book identifies the figures, explains what they would have meant to a contemporary viewer and discusses their significance.\nIt is complemented by a wealth of illustrations, a gazetteer and an extensive bibliography, making it .