rome

Virgil's epic poem describing the fall of Troy, in English blank verse by Robert Fitzgerald.

Examines the rule of Augustus Caesar, including his rise to power, politics, and final days, and describes everyday life in Rome during his reign.

Describes the building of the Colosseum in ancient Rome, and tells how it was used.

Describes the construction of roads and aqueducts in ancient Rome, life and customs along the roads, water distribution and aqueduct maintenance, and the building of bridges.

A biography of the Roman general and statesman whose brillant military leadership helped make Rome the center of a vast empire.

Text and illustrations describe the construction of an ancient Roman fort and the lives of the soldiers who manned it in defense of the Empire.

Presents a study of the Roman Colosseum and discusses how it was built, how it was used, and later attempts to repair and restore it.

Describes the life and work of the scientist who was persecuted by the Inquisition for his views of the universe.

An overview of the cultural, political and social events of the Roman era.

Provides information on what it was like to be in the Roman army through a fictional manual for legionaries, discussing how to get accepted into the ranks, what to wear on a campaign, how to tell a Berber from a Pict, how to storm a city, and other topics.