Ancient Rome: From Everyday Life to An Emperor's Life (DK Ancient Histories)
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Learn all about Ancient Rome, from bakers and soldiers to gladiators and emperors, in this ultimate guide.
Explore the everyday lives of Ancient Romans and find out what it was like to live in one of history’s biggest empires in this history book for children aged 9-12.
Enjoy a Roman feast and discover delicacies of peacock, nightingales, and dormice. Experience dubious Roman hygiene standards–ever washed your clothes in wee before?! And no tour of Ancient Rome would be complete without a visit to the infamous Colosseum, where you’ll witness the nail-biting drama of gladiator fights and hear the roar of bloodthirsty crowds.
This Ancient Rome book for children offers: Beautiful illustrations and photography from the top ancient Rome collections. A focus on only the gory, gross, and surprising facts about people's everyday lives that will fascinate young readers. Information on what life in ancient Rome was really like–find out about odd emperors, brave gladiators, and mysterious gods and goddesses.
An immersive and beautiful book, Ancient Rome is a captivating guide to life in the Roman Empire, told as the Romans might once have themselves.
You'll march on carefully constructed Roman roads alongside one of the most powerful armies ever seen! And closer to home, bow down before the emperors–from the best and worst to the weirdest, including Caligula who gave his favourite horse 18 servants.
More in the series
If you enjoyed learning about history’s biggest empires with Ancient Rome, why not find out about other important civilizations in history with the DK Ancient Histories series? Travel back in time and explore the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians, from farming alongside the mighty River Nile to worshiping powerful gods and goddesses, with Ancient Egypt.
ASIN: 0593972147
VSKU: DBV.0593972147.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:DK
Binding: Hardcover
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!
ASIN: 0593972147
VSKU: DBV.0593972147.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:DK
Binding: Hardcover
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!
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