Boudicca's Heirs
Author: Dorothy Watts

Synopsis
Bringing us a much clearer picture of women of the Late Iron Age and Roman Britain than any that already exists, Dorothy Watts examines archaeological, inscriptional and literary evidence to present a unique assessment of women and their place in the Romanisation of Britain. On a scale never before published, information from over 4000 burials is analysed for age, health and nutrition, and Watts draws comparison with the evidence on men's lives and burials. Clearly and effectively integrating her archaeological findings with the political and social history of the late Iron Age and Roman period, she expertly places women in their real context. This study of women's numbers, status, daily life, religion and death is an invaluable insight into the lives and loves of women in Roman Britain and students of History, Women's studies, Classical studies and Archaeology will find this book a huge asset to their studies.