Life in Ancient Rome (Peoples of the Ancient World) - Softcover

Mehta, Shilpa

 
9780778720645: Life in Ancient Rome (Peoples of the Ancient World)

Synopsis

From its legendary founding along the Tiber River to its fall in 476 A.D., Roman civilization was impressive, mighty, and enduring. Life in Ancient Rome traces the history of Roman achievement from Republic to Empire in such areas as art, warfare, language, government, law, and engineering. Great figures such as Julius Caesar and Hannibal, great architectural feats such as the Colosseum, as well as Roman mythology and the rise of Christianity are also featured.

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Synopsis

This book is suitable for ages 8-14. The mighty Roman empire grew from a collection of farming villages and shepherd's huts to become one of the fiercest conquering societies of all time. Beautiful colour images and illustrations fully explain how Rome came to be and came to an end. Daily life in a massive empire is explained in simple terms. The topics include: The founding of Rome and the Romulus and Remus myth; What Romans ate everyday and grand Roman feasts; Who were Rome's caesars and senators and what did they do?; How the Roman army conquered most of Europe; Roman gods and goddesses; and, Architectural and technological wonders of Rome.

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