Dr Jonathan Eaton is Academic Registrar at Teesside University. This book is based on his PhD thesis, which was undertaken at Queen's University, Belfast. His research interests focus on the interrelationship between power, politics and violence in the ancient world, and has previously published _An Archaeological History of Britain: Continuity & Change from Prehistory to the Present_ (Pen & Sword, 2014).
"""...readers familiar with ancient Roman history or classical literature will easily become immersed in the book. Eaton uses fascinating evidence to demonstrate precisely how Roman soldiers formed a formidable force 'invested emotionally' in serving the emperor--yet were the linchpin that could overthrow any ruler.""-- ""HistoryNet"" ""...this is an important read for those with an interest in the Roman Army during the early empire.""-- ""The NYMAS Review"""