04-21-2003, 03:25 PM
I bought this from Amazon. 64 pages, the text covers roman fortifications, origins of wall, anatomy of wall, construction, function, garrison and life on wall. A useful summary of wall knowledge, it includes a futher reading list, glossary and index (unlike most Ospreys). I thought the illustrations were a bit juvenile, coloring and figure composition i thought more appropriate for a youth oriented book, after I got used to them I decided it did not detract much from the overall quality of the book. overall a 'thumbs up' and a recommended buy for Osprey and Wall fans. <p></p><i></i>