The mysterious box that Ranger the golden retriever found in the garden transports him back to first century Rome, where he must rescue Marcus, a young servant boy, and Quintus, a volunteer gladiator, from the brutal world of the Colosseum.
A look at the history of Rome through its architectural triumphs. Examines the planning and construction of the city's greatest masterpieces, including the Colosseum and its mysterious subterranean aqueducts.
This book presents the major and lesser figures of Roman mythology. It also includes sidebars spotlighting related facts and concepts about Roman mythology and religion.
Includes a brief biography of William Shakespeare, thematic and structural analysis of "Julius Caesar", critical views, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
Explores the ancient history of Rome and that nation's civilization, government, religious affiliations, famous architecture, foods, art, literature, and important wars in history.
Chronicles the history of ancient Rome, and highlights famous people, events, and innovations that influenced Rome and the rest of the world. Includes color photographs, sidebars, a map, a timeline, a glossary, and additional resources.
Explores aspects of daily life in ancient Rome, including what ancient Romans believed about the gods and worship, why they made people fight and die in the Colosseum, and how people dressed, ate, were educated, and cared for. Includes a glossary, an index, and resources for further research.
Explores the legacy of the Roman Empire and its famous leaders such as Julius Caesar, along with the society, politics and beliefs of this ancient civilization, which has influenced the Western world for centuries.
Focuses on the discoveries and inventions of the ancient Roman civilization in the areas of transportation, agriculture, architecture, science, and technology.
Groundbreaking eight-part series reveals ancient Rome's hidden treasures and untold stories as never before. From iconic figures including Caligula, Caesar, and Constantine to epic events such as the eruption of Vesuvius, the invasion of Britain, and fall of Rome, this collection reveals a startling, up-to-date vision of the ancient empire and challenges our perception of what we know about the Romans and their lives.
