From the Colosseum to Hadrian’s Wall, Gem Ancient Rome shows us how Rome’s vast empire laid the foundations of today’s civilisation.
From aqueducts to baths, from gladiators to emperors, the fascinating history of and mythology of ancient Rome are brought to life in this entertaining and highly-readable guide.With their sophisticated army, monuments and roads, the Romans literally paved the way to modern Europe.
Learn about the hand-to-hand combat at gladiatorial shows, rediscover the myths and legends of the Roman gods and find out how and why Rome became the conquering superpower that it did. History will come to life in this engaging and comprehensive introduction to one of the most fascinating and influential places the world has ever known.
Includes:
Geography – map of the Roman Empire
History – a timeline with the accomplishments of the emperors
Culture – what the Romans did for us
Religion – Gods and Festivals
Mythology – Virgil's Aeneid, Romulus and Remus
Daily life in Ancient Greece – different levels in society, the jobs, family life, leisure activities
Politics – transition from Republic to Dictatorship
Learning and knowledge – Law, Science, Architecture, Literature, Art
War – important wars, the Empire, the army and navy
Rome Today – temples, archaeology, and modern tourist sites
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Título : Ancient Rome
EAN : 9780007551149
Editorial : HarperCollins Publishers
Fecha de publicación
: 28/11/13
Formato : ePub
Tamaño del archivo : Desconocido
Protección : CARE
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