rome

This book relates how, through political maneuvering and military prowess, Gaius Octavius would become Augustus, the first emperor of the new Roman Empire.

Provides a glimpse into the day-to-day lives of ancient Rome's ruling class.

Text and illustrations look at methods of travel, agriculture, building techniques, and daily devices in ancient Rome.

An introduction to gladiators of ancient Rome, and their culture, values, enemies, and history.

Explores the lives of men, women, and children who lived in rural areas in ancient Rome.

Explores the lives of men, women and children who lived in urban areas in ancient Rome.

"Describes the construction and history of the Colosseum, the largest oval amphitheater in the center of Rome, Italy"--OCLC.

In Rome, A.D. 75, a private investigator uncovers a bizarre murder mystery while digging up the floor of his bathhouse for renovations.

Chronicles the history of the Augustus family's ruling of ancient Rome, discussing Tiberius, the great general who ended up a bitter recluse, Caligula, the master of cruely and humiliation, Claudius, the near cripple whose underestimation probably led to his survival and accession to the emperorship and more.