Books in Life in the Time of series

This beautifully illustrated history series is core non-fiction at its best. With clear, readable text, information-packed illustrations and child-friendly design, each book will delight young readers and provide them with an exciting insight into people's lives thousands of years ago. "Life and Times in Ancient Rome" is the perfect information book for history-mad youngsters. See the glorious Colloseum, thrill at the excitement of the Circus Maximus, discover what happened in a Roman market and find out about food, homes, farming and daily life. Clear text and dramatic scenic illustrations show the colour, life and bustle of this ever-fascinating ancient city.

Follows the chief librarian in an Illinois public library through her day's work, as she supervises library employees and helps them carry out their responsibilities in the technical processing center, children's reading room, graphic arts department, and other areas.The head librarian supervises the staff of a large public library and handles a variety of office tasks, in a look at library careers