Ancient Rome by Colin Hynson
Hynson, Colin. Ancient Rome. Gareth Stevens Publishing, 2005. Call Number: 937 HYN Synopsis: Taking readers on a trip through time, Historic Civilizations explores the development and daily life of distant cultures. Original source material, specific case studies, and colorful photographs of artifacts and sites make these ancient civilizations come alive. Readers will explore the creation of written languages, along with the politics, religious practices, art and architecture, and daily life of the times. |
Ancient Rome by Simon James
James, Simon. Eyewitness Ancient Rome. Dorling Kindersley, 1990. Call Number: 937 JAM Synopsis: Ancient Rome is another in the superb Eyewitness Books reference series for young people. Interesting, informative text combined with lots of great color photos bring the Roman Empire to life. Artifacts from the daily lives of slaves and emperors alike make the people seem real, their activities immediate. Special treats are the glass marbles--just like kids play with today--and centurion armor. |
Technology in Ancient Rome by Charlie Samuels
Samuels, Charlie. Technology in ancient Rome. Franklin Watts, 2014. Call Number: 937 SAM Synopsis: The ancient Romans road-building technology was so good, some of their roads are still being used! Considered in the context of their other famous construction triumphssuch as the Colosseum and Hadrians Wallthe Roman roads are just a small piece of their technological stamp on the world. |
The Romans: LIfe in Ancient Rome by Liz Sonneborn
Sonneborn, Liz, and Samuel Hiti. The Romans: life in ancient Rome. Millbrook Press, 2010. Call Number: 937 SON Synopsis: Did you know that the ancient Romans had one of the world's greatest armies? Did you know that the ancient Romans gathered to watch chariot races at a stadium called the Circus Maximus? Did you know that the ancient Romans used the same alphabet we use? The ancient Roman Empire, centered in Rome, the capital of modern-day Italy, lasted from about 509 B.C. to 476 A.D. |
The Ancient Romans by Allison Lassieur
Lassieur, Allison. The ancient Romans. Children's Press, 2004. Call Number: 937 LAS Synopsis: This book surveys the history and culture of ancient Rome, examines Roman government and the power of the senate, the rise of the monarchy, scholars and Roman soldiers, the role of women, religion, slavery, and the legacy of the Roman Empire. |
Ancient Rome by Don Nardo
Nardo, Don. Ancient Rome. Lucent Books, 2002. Call Number: 937 NAR Synopsis: An old adage speaks of the grandeur that was Rome. That grandeur is captured in amazing, well-documented detail in this unusual volume, which takes the form of a travel guide written in AD 143, when the Roman Empire was at its height of size and prosperity. Included are the city's imposing public buildings, temples and other shrines, religious festivals, roads and aqueducts, shops, public games (including chariot races and gladiatorial combats), and side trips to important nearby sights. |
The Colosseum by Peter Chrisp
Chrisp, Peter. The Colosseum. Wayland, 1997. Call Number: 937 CHR Synopsis: Unveil the wonder of six structures that define the world's skyline. Learn how and why these buildings were constructed and used, as well as the role they play in the history of each culture they represent. From ancient times to the 20th century, these architectural monuments stand as lasting tributes to religion, romance, politics, and human spirit. |
Gladiators by Michael Martin
Martin, Michael. Gladiators. Capstone Press, 2007. Call Number: 796.8 MAR Synopsis: Describes the history of gladiators, including the weapons they used, the skills they needed, and the missions they undertook. |
Gods & Goddesses: In the Daily Life of the Ancient Romans by Peter Hicks
Hicks, Peter. In the Daily Life of the Ancient Romans. Brighter Child, 2003. Call Number: 292.07 HIC Synopsis: Why was Jupiter the most important Roman god? Why was Minerva the goddess of arts and crafts? Who was the god of health and medicine? From country sports and war to commerce and travel, every aspect of Ancient Rome is explored by looking at the traditions and religious beliefs of the society. The book reveals how such beliefs were an integral part of life and how they affected everything that was done. |
Roman Myths and Legends by Michael Martin
Martin, Michael. Roman Myths and Legends. Brighter Child, 2000. Call Number: 292.1 MAR Synopsis: This book features a beautifully illustrated collection of marvelous stories retold from classic legends and ancient mythology. The tales are lively, well-written versions that make the drama and excitement of each story accessible to children of all ages. |
Daughter of Earth: A Roman Myth by Gerald McDermott
McDermott, Gerald. Daughter of Earth: a Roman myth. Delacorte Press, 1984. Call Number: 292 MCD Synopsis: When Pluto wrongly takes Proserpina to be his bride in the Underworld, Ceres, mother of Proserpina and goddess of the Earth, withdraws into a cave to mourn and refuses to permit crops to grow. |
Venus by Blake Hoena
Hoena, Blake. Venus. Capstone, 2003. Call Number: 292.2 HOE Synopsis: Relates the exploits of Venus and her importance in Roman mythology, including her connection to such figures as Aeneus and Adonis, and describes the role of myths in the modern world. |
Diana by Adele Richardson
Richardson, Adele. Diana. Capstone, 2003. Call Number: 292.2 RIC Synopsis: Provides the story of Diana and her importance in Roman mythology, including her connection to such figures as Actaeon and Orion, and describes the role of myths in the modern world. |