The Wall

In this engaging exploration of Hadrian's Wall, Alistair Moffat delves into the history and significance of this monumental structure, the largest in Britain. Over a decade, more than thirty thousand troops and workers erected the Wall, which spans seventy-three miles and comprises twenty-four million stones, exceeding even the mass of the Egyptian pyramids. Drawing on literary, historical, and archaeological sources, Moffat provides insights into who built the Wall, the motivations behind it, and its impact on the native populations. This work offers a captivating glimpse into one of the ancient world’s most impressive accomplishments.