Following Hadrian - A Second-Century Journey through the Roman Empire by Elizabeth Speller from the dustjacket: Elizabeth Speller tells the story of the most powerful man on earth in the early second century against a background of his travels and intrigues. This was a man who had commissioned a dazzling construction program, from Hadrian's Wall in Britain and the extraordinary Pantheon in Rome, to his 900-room villa at Tivoli, works which represented the central themes of his rule: military domination, religious tolerance, and an extravagant lifestyle. Soundly based on original sources and archaeology, this compelling book throws new light on Hadrian and the Roman Empire of the second century. Item Condition: This book is in Very Good condition. There are no names, bookplates or writing from previous owners inside. The binding is tight and the pages are clean. The dustjacket has minor wear to the edges and a crease on the back cover. Dimensions are approx: 8.5" x 5.75" x 1" This book will ship in a box with bubble wrap. Photos are of the actual book that will be shipped. The Roman Empire Emperor Hadrian Hadrian's Wall