rome

Presents information on significant battles, military leaders, and weapons and technology of ancient Rome from 400 BCE to 31 BCE, arranged alphabetically by topic. Includes references for each entry, cross-references, and an index.

Flavia and Nubia follow Jonathan to Rome and into the Golden House built by the emperor Nero, where a dangerous assassin lurks.

Examines the life of the Roman emperor Nero, discussing the motives behind his theatrical gestures, his impact on Roman history, his view of himself as a heroic figure, and other related topics.

Jack Chambers discovers a cult-like group of his father's followers whose obsession is the pursuit of invisibility found in the color indigo, while he reunites with his half sister Louise and his father's mistress to claim their inheritance.

Focuses on the discoveries and inventions of the ancient Roman civilization in the areas of transportation, agriculture, architecture, science, and technology.