Books in People in the Past series

Who worked in ancient Rome? What types of jobs did people do in ancient Rome? How do we know about ancient Roman jobs? How were ancient Roman jobs different from the jobs people do now? ‘Ancient Roman Jobs’ answers these questions and more. Find out what we know about ancient Roman jobs and workers and, looking at historical evidence, find out how and why we know it.

Who did ancient Egyptian armies fight against? What kinds of weapons did they use? What kinds of weapons did they use? What was life like for ancient Egyptian soldiers? ‘Ancient Egyptian War and Weapons’ answers these questions and more. Find out what we know about ancient Egyptian battles and soldiers and, looking at historical evidence, find out how and why we know it.

"Lin-Manuel Miranda is one of the most accomplished entertainers working today. From his Broadway hit Hamilton to Oscar-nominated songs from Moana, Miranda is fast becoming a household name. This volume, featuring annotated quotes, vibrant photographs, sidebars, and a detailed timeline, follows Miranda from his early life in New York to the stage and screen work that has earned him such great acclaim. Including stories from his childhood, the writing process of In the Heights and Hamilton, and his time working on Mary Poppins Returns, this book will spark any reader to take a shot at their dreams" --from the publisher.

What kinds of games did ancient Egyptian children play? What did they learn at school? What kinds of holidays did ancient Egyptian children celebrate? How were their lives different from the lives of children today? ‘Ancient Children’ answers these questions and more. Find out what we know about ancient Egyptian children and, looking at historical evidence, find out how and why we know it.