Beric the Briton: A Story of the Roman Invasion (Henty Historical Novel Collection)

[Children's Historical Fiction (Ages 8-12)]
[Read by Jim Hodges]

Bring history back to life through Jim Hodges' historically accurate, exciting and edifying audio recordings.

Beric, a boy-chief of a British tribe, takes a prominent part in the insurrection against Rome under Queen Boadicea. These efforts are useless against the mighty Roman army. For a short time, Beric and his companions continue the fight but are ultimately defeated and taken as prisoners to Rome.Through the eyes of Beric, the listener learns of life in 61 AD Rome, the gladiatorial schools, the great fire, and life in Nero's court. This classic work will shed light upon an event much neglected in history today.

[The Henty Historical Novel Collection, written by George Henty in the 1800s, covers many time periods in history throughout the world. In this collection, you will learn history, geography, and vocabulary while also discovering hero characters for children to emulate.]