Hugh Elton, Frontiers of the Roman Empire

Hugh Elton's Frontiers of the Roman Empire offers a comprehensive analysis of Rome's frontier systems, revealing their complex interplay between military strategy and cultural exchange. The book challenges traditional narratives by emphasizing the fluidity and adaptability of these frontiers, rather than viewing them as rigid boundaries. Elton employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating archaeological evidence, historical records, and geographical data to reconstruct the dynamics of Roman expansion. His work highlights how frontier zones functioned as spaces of interaction, trade, and identity formation, reshaping our understanding of Rome's imperial reach.

Klee, M. (2018). Hugh Elton, Frontiers of the Roman Empire. Bonner Jahrbücher, Bd. 197.1997(1999): Bonner Jahrbücher. https://doi.org/10.11588/BJB.1997.0.47080