rome

Text and illustrations introduce readers to the kinds of entertainment, diet, and medicine of the ancient Romans that could be considered "gross" today.

Did you know that the Ancient Romans ate while lying down? Or that they spread a sauce made of fish guts over their food? What about that gladiator sweat was sold as a beauty product in Ancient Rome? Travel along roads that are still around today (ones that were made by Romans over 2,000 years ago) or take a peek at the Declaration of Independence and you'll see the civilization's lasting influence today. Discover extreme facts about ancient Rome in this fun and kooky book.

An introduction to ancient Rome, including its people, religion, innovations, everyday life, and more.

Provides information about what everyday life was like in ancient Rome through the adventures of wealthy businessman Petronius and his family.

Details the characteristics of daily life in ancient Rome, highlighting the experiences of the wealthy and poor alike.

Text and illustrations look at a Roman gladiator, focusing on Gladiator school, the Coliseum, training for a battle, the Gladiator's oath, and more.

Story of the last years of the great general Sulla and Pompey, the young scion of a powerful rural family amid the events of the Roman Republic.

Contains activities designed to teach students about ancient civilizations.

Traces the history of ancient Rome, from the beginnings of the Republic through the rise and fall of the Empire, and includes information on Roman culture, art and architecture, religion, and daily life.

In 56 B.C. Rome Gordianus the Finder is hired to discover who murdered Dio but a convoluted trial keeps him from learning the truth.