'We are the scum and the scrapings of the Empire. They tipped out the garbage-bin of the Eagles to make us what we are.' In disgrace after a mistake that cost the lives of half his men, Alexios arrives in Castellum. It's his first command, but it isn't really a promotion. The Frontier Wolves who man this outpost in the far north of Roman Britain are a fierce and savage bunch, a far cry from the regular legions he'd served in before. Alexios will only survive if he learns to understand them and win their respect - and he's ...
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'We are the scum and the scrapings of the Empire. They tipped out the garbage-bin of the Eagles to make us what we are.' In disgrace after a mistake that cost the lives of half his men, Alexios arrives in Castellum. It's his first command, but it isn't really a promotion. The Frontier Wolves who man this outpost in the far north of Roman Britain are a fierce and savage bunch, a far cry from the regular legions he'd served in before. Alexios will only survive if he learns to understand them and win their respect - and he's determined to try.
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Add this copy of Frontier Wolf to cart. $22.63, good condition, Sold by Alexander's Books, ships from Warwickshire, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1980 by Oxford University Press.
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Ivan Lapper (jacket illustration); Leslie Marshall (map) Near Very Good in Very Good jacket. 1st Printing. 8vo-over 7¾-9¾" tall. pp. 206. First edition, first printing. Hardback. x + 196 pp, Near Very Good condition in Very Good unclipped dust jacket Lacks front end paper Partially removed stamp on reverse of title page suggests previous school or public library use. Decent condition overall.
Add this copy of Frontier Wolf to cart. $66.59, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Reno rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Reno, NV, UNITED STATES, published 1980 by Oxford University Press.
Add this copy of Frontier Wolf to cart. $75.11, very good condition, Sold by Arapiles Mountain Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Castlemaine, VIC, AUSTRALIA, published 1980 by Oxford University Press.
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VG+ in VG+ jacket. VG+/VG+. 8vo. original green boards gilt (a little rubbed & bumped, a couple of small marks) in dustwrapper (slightly rubbed, a touch of sunning to the spine); pp. x (last blank), 196, with a map. A near fine copy.
Frontier Wolf brings the world of the Roman Empire into your home! Sutcliff is a genius at blending true facts with an exciting realistic story. Learn about life during the rule of the Romans in Britain while at the same time relating to the emotions and decisions of the characters. A must have for every home!!!
