rome

Traces the course of slavery in ancient Greece and Rome, examining where slaves came from, their treatment, their impact on the economy, their daily lives, and other related topics.

A biography of the Roman general and statesman whose brilliant military leadership helped make Rome the center of a vast empire.

Examines the efforts of Greeks and Romans to study and understand the underlying principles of nature and discusses their development of a more systematic approach to science.

Describes the politics, culture, religion, and society of Rome during the reign of the Emperor Augustus.

A historical account of Julius Caesar, covering his personal life, political career, assassination, and the Rome of his time.

Describes easy-to-make crafts that replicate the arts of ancient Rome. Includes historical information, a time line, a glossary, and resources.

Explores the role of women in the vast and expanding empire of ancient Rome, and shows that while women had no legal status, they did have some influence in business, the arts, and, in rare cases, the public world.

A collection of essays examining the history and practice of performance and theater in the classical world, including a glossary of theatrical terms and a listing of playwrights and plays.

Virgil's epic poem describing the fall of Troy and the legendary origin of Rome in English prose.