Antonini Iter Britanniarum

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An early 18c scholarly edition of the Roman itineraries relating to Britain. In contemporary calf boards. New spine, to style, raised bands, gilt title to red calf label. Internally, [2], (i-x), (i-viii), 151 pp, [1], [1] index & adverts, 1 map (B&W, large folding), 2 pls, ink owners name (L Morriss Blaennant 1814) & old margin paper repair to tp. (Folio, 170*219 mm). (ESTC T90299. Lowndes 54). British portion of the Itinerarium Antonini-a Roman compilation recording routes, stations & distances throughout the Roman Empire. The British itineraries are particularly valuable because they preserve ancient names of settlements &d road stations, making the work an important source for the study of Roman Britain & the reconstruction of Roman roads.