The Roman World

THE ROMAN NEWS: THE GREATEST NEWSPAPER IN CIVILIZATION.

If the ancient Romans had published a daily paper, it would have been The Roman News. Packed with major news stories from home and abroad, fascinating features on everyday life from fashion to farming interviews and advertisements. Step into the arena of death with a gladiator! Relive the terrifying destruction of Pompeii! Learn what stylish Romans are wearing and eating! Read Cornelia's Corner (advice to women).

[Candlewick]
32 pages
Paperback
Item # R501
$19.95

FIRST FACTS ABOUT THE ANCIENT ROMANS.
(F. Macdonald)

Ancient Rome comes to life in this survey of history, culture, religion and everyday life. Gives answers to most common questions about Roman life and history in a colorful, clearly written format.

[Bedrick]
32 pages
Hardcover
Item # R503
$12.95

ROME.
(J. Pofahl)

Historical overview of Rome, information on geography of Italy; detailed teaching units on the Roman Republic and Roman Empire, daily life of Plebeians and Patricians; overview of Roman gods and goddesses and the Roman Forum. Reproducible activity pages (puzzles, problem solving, critical thinking); 170 Time Period Stickers.

[Denison]
34 pages
Paperback
Item # R505
$9.95

WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT THE ROMANS.
(M. Corbishley)

Who were the residents of ancient Rome? What kind of houses did they live in? Did young people go to school? What was it like to live in ancient Rome?

[Bedrick]
47 pages
Hardcover
Item # R502
$19.95

ANCIENT ROME.
(S. McKeever)

Designed to fit into a pocket but very comprehensive, this book is a fascinating account of Roman society and culture. Chapters on: Introduction to Ancient Rome; Roman Society; Life in Rome; Roman Army; Building and Technology; Games and Leisure; Religion, Festivals, Death; The Decline of an Era. Reference, glossary and index. Quick reference section contains charts, lists, glossary and index. Filled with pictures.

[Dorling/Kindersley]
160 pages
Paperback
Item # R506
$8.95

THE ROMAN REPUBLIC.
(D. Nardo)

Chronicles ancient Rome from its mythic beginning to the republic's disintegration into a nation led by emperors. Clearly written; primary source quotations; 75 illustrations.

[Lucent]
112 pages
Hardcover
Item # R507
$19.95

THE PUNIC WARS.
(D. Nardo)

The Punic Wars, fought between Rome and Carthage in the third and second centuries BC, were the first modern wars to rock civilization. During the First Punic War, Rome's naval losses were larger than the naval losses of all World War II combatants combined. Over 40 illustrations.

[Lucent]
112 pages
Hardcover
Item # R508
$19.95

THE BATTLE OF ZAMA.
(D. Nardo)

Battle of Zama was fought between Rome and Carthage on the plain of Zama in 202 BC and resulted in a Roman victory that destroyed Carthage. Over 40 illustrations and 10 maps.

[Lucent]
112 pages
Hardcover
Item # R509
$19.95

CAESAR'S CONQUEST OF GAUL.
(D. Nardo)

In conquering Gaul (and Rome, by extension), Caesar acted both as destroyer and creator. Though the Romans devastated the original Celtic cultures of Gaul and Britain, in doing so they gave birth to new, different, and ultimately successful European cultures. Over 44 illustrations.

[Lucent]
112 pages
Hardcover
Item # R510
$19.95

THE ROMAN EMPIRE.
(M. Whittock)

Explore the facts of Roman Empire and lives of its major figures. Features informative text, illustrations with captions, original source material and a concise biography. Maps, primary sources, comprehensive index. Perfect for curious young historian.

[Bedrick]
64 pages
Hardcover
Item # R513
$19.95

FAMOUS MEN OF ROME
(J.A. Haaren & A.B. Poland)

History of Rome is taught chronologically through short biographical sketches of important figures from the Republic and the Empire: Romulus, Numa, Horatii, Curiatii, Tarquins, Junius Brutus, Horatius, Mucius, Coriolanus, Fabii, Cincinnatus, Camillus, Torquatus, Appius Claudius Caecus, Regulus, Scipio Africanus, Cato, Gracchi, Marius, Sulla, Pompey, Caesar, Cicero, Augustus, Nero, Titus, Trajan, Marcus Aurelius, Diocletian, Constantine.

[Greenleaf]
154 pages
Paperback
Item # R514
$18.95

JULIUS CAESAR.
(R. Bruns)

Was Caesar a benevolent despot whose seizure of power was motivated by a desire to improve the lives of the common people and to make the government run more smoothly? Or was he merely a tyrant bent on subordinating all Roman citizens to his implacable will? Fascinating study examines the life/career of Caesar from birth and earliest involvement in politics to his uttering of the immortal words ("The die is cast') and his death on the Ides of March. Illustrated with paintings, engravings, maps and photographs.

[Chelsea]
112 pages
Paperback
Item # R515
$19.95

CHARLEMAGNE.
(S. Banfield)

Emperor of the West, king of the Franks, lawmaker, warrior, and lover of learning such were the titles and qualities of Charles the Great, the leader known to history as Charlemagne. Throughout period of his ascendancy Europe experienced a great awakening the Carolingian Renaissance. Illustrated with paintings, engravings, maps and photographs.

[Chelsea]
112 pages
Paperback
Item # R518
$19.95

ROMAN FORT.
(F. Macdonald)

Step inside a Roman fort; discover all that happens within its walls. Watch as the fort is built, with ditches, ramparts, watchtowers and gateways; learn about the Roman army, its legions and command structure; examine soldier's weapons and find out how each is used; visit the military hospital, observe the soldiers at rest, learn about siege warfare. Superb full-color illustrations. Vivid insight into all aspects of life on frontier of Roman Empire.

[Bedrick]
48 pages
Paperback
Item # R519
$19.95

ROMAN VILLA.
(F. Macdonald)

Enter an ancient Roman Villa; discover what life was like at these beautiful holiday retreats. Superb cutaway illustrations provide a vivid and intimate insight into villa economy. Learn why Romans built villas and what they were used for; watch how the villa was constructed and decorated; enjoy the luxury of the baths; attend a Roman banquet; visit the slave's quarters; wander in the gardens and orchards.

[Bedrick]
48 pages
Hardcover
Item # R520
$19.95

ACTION PACK: ROME.

More than just a book and better than a game! Original and exciting approach to finding out about the buildings and people of ancient Rome. Find everything you need to explore the ancient city: a press-out scale model of a Rome house; full color cross-section poster of the Colosseum; guide book to ancient Rome; paper materials to construct a mosaic; diorama of different types of people in Roman society; mini-models of temple, aqueduct and arch; chariot race board game; facsimiles of ancient documents.

[Dorling/Kindersley]
Item # R521
$19.95

BUILD-A-ROMA.

Full-Color Magnetized Classical Architecture. Includes; 49 Magnetic pieces; columns, pediments, cornices, frieze, capitals (Doric, ionic, Corinthian), pedestals, caryatids. Photograph-quality color marbleization in salmon, spruce, raincloud, jet & glacier.

[Cayco]
Item # R524
$19.95.

GLADIATOR.
(R. Watkins)

For more that 700 years, countless thousands of men fought to the death for the entertainment of the masses and the glory of their rulers. Watkins explores the world of the gladiators, from their humble beginning as slaves to their training in gladiator school, to their often violent death in the arena, and to their lasting influence on our lives today. B/white illustrations

[Houghton Mifflin]
64 pages
Paperback
Item # R529
$19.95

ROME ANTICS.
(D. Macaulay)

A pigeon carrying an important message takes the reader on a unique tour through Rome. Follow the path of this somewhat wayward bird; discover that Rome is a place where past and present live side by side. A new electric bus travels over cobblestone streets just 10 feet above the floor of an ancient stadium. Every time a corner is turned there is a surprise. The juxtaposition of ancient and modern gives the reader an imaginative and informative journey through this wondrous city. Two color illustrations.

[Houghton Mifflin]
80 pages
Paperback
Item # R531
$19.95

THE ROMAN COLOSSEUM.
(F. Macdonald/F. Bergin)

Excellent introduction to the Colosseum in Rome. Overview of Roman society and life with a focus on the building the Colosseum (layout, materials, decorations, seats and tickets). Good discussion of ancient games, gladiators.

[Bedrick]
48 pages
hardcover
Item # R532
$19.95

COSTUME OF ANCIENT ROME.
(D. Symons)

Examines ancient Roman costumes of men and women from early Italy including examples of Etruscan dress. Details changes in styles; examines military costumes. Copiously illustrated; 8 color plates.

[Chelsea]
64 pages
Hardcover
Item # R522
$18.95

COSTUME OF THE CLASSICAL WORLD.
(M. Sichel)

Costumes of Egyptians, Ethiopians, Hebrews, Assyrians, Babylonians, Persians, Medes, Greeks and Romans are lavishly examined. Excellent discussion of military dress and special garments worn for religious ceremonies and state occasions. 90 line drawings and full color plates.

[Chelsea]
72 pages
Hardcover
Item # G415
$18.95

THE ROTTEN ROMANS.
(T. Deary)

This horrible history follows life for folks in Roman Britain from Nasty Nero and other awful emperors, to Brave Boudicca and the poor old peasants, who tried to send the Romans right back where they came from. Want to know: what Roman soldiers wore under their kilts? how ancient Romans got their hair nice and spiky? why rich Romans needed a vomitorium? Includes chapters on: Rotten Roman leaders, childhood, fun and games, food, religions.

[Scholastic]
128 pages
Item # R533
$6.99

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