The extensive roads that traversed the Roman Empire were vital for the expansion of Roman culture, power, and influence worldwide, with one of their main uses being the transportation of Legions to strategic bases in the most direct way possible.

This book analyzes the design, construction, and maintenance of these road networks and discusses the various types of Roman roads found in regions of Britain and their many uses.

With photographs of the impressive roads preserved in Britain and a list of areas where they are still in use, "Roman Roads" is a perfect introduction to a Roman legacy that endures to this day.