Discusses the tools and techniques of archaeologists to uncover artifacts and evidence from ancient Rome in order to better understand who built "The Eternal City," how the Romans lived, and why the city of Rome fell.
When he joins a predominantly African-American "Teen Dream Team" that will be representing the United States in an international basketball tournament in Rome, Jimmy Doyle makes some unexpected discoveries about prejudice, racism, and politics.
Provides information about the design and construction of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy, and discusses its use as an amphitheater for gladiator games and other blood sports.
Presents area-by-area information for travelers to Rome, including details on its history, landscape, sights to see, things to do, lodgings, and restaurants, and provides color photos, maps, and cutaway illustrations of significant architecture.
Profiles famous and lesser known sites in Rome, with detailed maps and walking tours, in-depth site descriptions, historical and cultural information, and listings of popular hotels, restaurants, and shops.