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1) Ancient Rome
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Series
Language
English
Description
The history, wars, society, and political life of ancient Rome and its vast empire and how it remains with us today.
3) The Romans
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
"Focuses on the discoveries and inventions of the ancient Roman civilization in the areas of transportation, agriculture, architecture, science, and technology"--Provided by publisher.
7) Ancient Rome
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
"Covers the inventions and technology of the Ancient Roman Empire and how their ideas influenced technology today"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Ancient Rome was a civilization developed over many centuries. At its height, it had the world's greatest army, rulers, and language, influencing much of the known world. Their technologies during this time were likewise improvements on older concepts, mostly from the Greeks, whom they conquered. Nevertheless, their influence continued long after the fall of the Roman Empire. Today, several technologies have their origins in Ancient Rome. This book...
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
To this day, the Romans are admired for their technological know-how and massive, well-designed public works projects. Readers learn how the Romans ensured a clean water supply for their cities, used volcanic ash to make long-lasting concrete, created the world's first professional army, and much more. Photographs of structures that are standing to this day help demonstrate the ingenuity of Roman engineers and the skill of Roman workers.
13) Roman gladiators
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Series
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to Roman gladiators, including their history and famous battles, uniforms and weapons, and training and tactics. Bring history to life and captivate young readers with vivid stories of ancient warriors, the origins of these groups, and the rise and fall of their empires. Historical photographs of artifacts combined with illustrations, detailed maps, and time lines of key events present the factual information in a clear and concise...
Author
Pub. Date
2014.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
The Romans really profited from geography. Rome had a pleasant climate, rich soil, natural defenses, and easy access to the Mediterranean. It was the perfect spot from which to conquer the known world. Readers learn how Rome used its geographical advantages to launch an empire filled with extensive road and aqueduct systems and towns designed in its own image.
20) Ancient Rome
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Provides an introduction to the life and culture of ancient Rome, including information about their religion, commerce, warfare, everyday life, housing, and cities.
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