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| Richard Brassey |
| Orion Children's Books |
| 1842552341 |
| Apr 2006 |
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Richard Brassey’s “Brilliant Brits” series continues with its eighth title, this time focusing on formidable Queen of the Icini, Boudicca. As with other titles in the series the book begins by exploring popular facts – and sometimes fallacies – about its subject. Then begins its account proper, pieced together from accounts by Roman historians Tacitus and Dio and corroborated through findings of archaeological artefacts.
Brassey’s illustrations have been carefully researched and provide a wealth of background detail that populates and brings to life the time and world-views surrounding Boudicca. Where this book is excels is in its clear presentation of the facts which are equalled with a consideration of historical accuracy and bias that must underpin theory of the subject. Facts are as easily digestible here as they are accessible, a welcome addition to the collection and one that will readily augment the study of the Romans, a key component on the National Curriculum history syllabus for key stage two pupils.
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