Boudica

Vanessa Collingridge

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Ebury Press
01 June 2006

Biography: historical, political & military; History; British & Irish history; Ancient history: to c 500 CE

A vividly written and intensely researched new biography of an iconic figure in British history

Boudica has been immortalised throughout history as the woman who dared take on the Romans - an act of vengeance on behalf of her daughters, tribe and enslaved country. Her known life is a rich tapestry of wife, widow, mother, queen and Celtic quasi-Goddess. But beneath this lies a history both dark and shocking, with fresh archaeological evidence adding new depth and terrifying detail to the worn-out myths. From the proud warrior tribes of her East Anglian childhood to the battlefields of her defeat, this is a vividly written and evocatively told story, bringing a wealth of new research and insight to bear on one of the key figures in British history and mythology.

From the author of the much-praised Captain Cook comes a major new historical biography; a gripping and enlightening recreation of Boudica, her life, her adversaries, and the turbulent era she bestrode.

By: Vanessa Collingridge
Imprint: Ebury Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 126mm, Spine: 26mm
Weight: 291g
ISBN: 9780091898205
ISBN 10: 009189820X
Pages: 400
Publication Date: 01 June 2006
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

This is Vanessa Collingridge's second book. Her first, Captain Cook, was described as 'extremely engaging' (The Sunday Times) and 'lively and ambitious' (Spectator). Having studied Geography at Oxford, Vanessa became a writer and broadcaster for the Telegraph, Radio 4, and ITV's Tonight. During 2004 she presented a two-day live astrological watch with Adam Hart-Davies on BBC1, a series on Scottish history for STV/Grampian, and was one of Alan Titchmarsh's co-presenters in the major BBC TV series, The Natural History of Britain.

Reviews for Boudica

A compelling tale Daily Mail Deeply researched and powerfully explosive Saga Magazine Intelligent and infectiously enthusiastic The Sunday Times The author has a real passion for her subject and it shows Good Book Guide