Presents an introduction to the civilization of ancient Rome, discussing its history, religion, family life, agriculture, trade, warfare, art, science, and technology.
Explores the culture of ancient Rome, including how people lived, what they ate, how they traveled, the work they did, and what they did for entertainment.
Library Binding
(Rosen Education Service, Aug. 15, 2011)
Amidst constant warfare and surges of cultural achievement, ancient Rome luxuriated in the splendors of its conquests and the glory of its Empire. Under the powerful direction of such leaders as Julius Caesar and Augustus, Rome secured its legacy as a foundation for much of the modern Western world. This provocative volume examines the many advances in governance, law, and engineering attributed to the Roman Empire as well as the individuals who shaped its military and cultural trajectory.
Library Binding
(Children's Press (CT), June 16, 2006)
Through verse, young readers can explore the fascinating civilizations of the past. The rich worlds of Ancient Rome, Greece, Egypt and Africa come to life in engaging and lively rhymes.