rome

A biography of the Roman general and statesman whose military leadership allowed Rome to become the center of a vast empire, and also describes his personal relationships, and legacy; and includes a time line.

Describes the glories of ancient Rome, focusing on the spectacles held at the arenas, where men and women were killed by wild beasts while spectators looked on, enjoying free food and savage forms of entertainment.

Regeane, a beautiful young woman who changes into a wolf with the rising moon, must fight for love and dignity when she is peddled in marriage to a barbarian lord by her depraved uncle who threatens to expose her secret if she refuses to help him in his vile schemes.

Contains the text of the play, information about Shakespeare and his theater, key to famous lines and phrases, and explanatory notes.

A collection of essays on witchcraft and magic in Europe focusing on supernatural beliefs from ancient times to the present day.

Presents a prose translation of Virgil's epic poem in which the Trojan hero Aeneas wanders over land and sea after the destruction of his beloved Troy, eventually fulfilling the prophecy that he would lead his people to a new land and found an empire.

Chronicles the military history of Rome from the late second century through the fourth century, providing information on its soldiers, leaders, and military actions.

Presents a comprehensive study of the armies of ancient Rome, and examines how they evolved from a small citizen militia into a professional army during the time of Julius Caesar, Mark Antony, and Augustus.

Explores how the changing environment of Greek and Roman society brought about different attitudes and relationships with the material world and shows how their art can give us insights into these attitudes.