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Discover Ancient Rome™ understanding people in the past can be fun, learning about ancient ™ is interesting and enjoyable. Some kings like Lucius were not very popular and sometimes cruel to people.
They became very powerful and conquered other lands. They had patricians who were rich nobles and owner a lot of land. The plebeians were servants, tradesmen and generally had smaller farms. Enjoy learning and do not forget it is about having fun....
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Did you know that the Barbarians of Ancient Rome were not cruel, war-hungry people? In Ancient Rome, Barbarians were people who did not speak Latin and were not citizens of Rome. Since they were isolated and not welcomed by Romans, these Barbarians hated Rome. Later on, some of them would do actions that would forever change history. Let's learn more about them.
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Maybe you've heard about Pompeii - that unfortunate city now buried in ashes. Perhaps when you hear the word today, you would immediately think about the horrors residents went through when Mount Vesuvius erupted. But Pompeii was once a thriving city and its residents full of life. Let's experience Pompeii when it was still full of glory.
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Introducing the Ancient Rome 4 in 1 book bundle, a must-have collection for any history buff or lover of ancient civilizations. This bundle includes four captivating books that delve deep into the history of the Roman Empire, Augustus, the Colosseum, and Gladiators.
In Book 1, The Roman Empire: A Tale of Power, Politics, and Enduring Legacy, you will discover the fascinating history of one of the world's most powerful empires. From its humble beginnings...
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Ancient Rome was a melting pot of cultures. It is one of the most sophisticated and therefore, documented ancient society. This collection of books discusses interesting facts about the ancient Roman history. Information presented in this book range from the physical setup of their cities to their lasting legacies.
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There's much to learn about Ancient Rome, aside from their myths and architecture. In this book, you will learn about their humanity and how their societies operated. Can you see traces of Rome in your present-day community? Read the contents of this book and ponder. What is your answer?
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Two of the main historical figures in Rome were the twins Romulus and Remus. In this book, you will learn about the formation and rise of Rome based on story of these mythical twins. You will also learn about the location, society and way of life of the first Romans. What a delightful read this book is!
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History has it that the Jewish people have struggled a lot. Their story includes struggles, captivity, and the search of freedom and a home. Interestingly, their story crosses that of the Romans. In this book, you will read about how the Jews were freed from captivity and what transpired during their exodus to the "promised land".
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Learn the reasons for the expansion of Rome, rising from a republic to an empire. Study the geographic and political reasons for the growth of the empire, its territories, currency and trade routes. Get familiar with the names of the leaders who were instrumental in the Roman empire's transition from republic to empire. Start reading today.
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Did you know that not all Romans could wear togas?
Movies and shows might depict Romans wearing togas and sandals everywhere they went, but that was actually not the case. In fact, togas were considered formal wear and a status symbol, as those in the higher social classes typically wore them.
There are many surviving writings authored by ancient Roman historians that describe the interesting traditions and customs of ancient Rome. These records...
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The first volume of Decline and Fall was published in 1776, and by the time the final volume appeared in 1787, Gibbon had produced an exhaustive, million-and-a-half-word account of a 'revolution, which shall ever be remembered and is still felt by the nations of the earth'.
This panoramic work, covering 13 centuries from 180 A.D. to the fall of Constantinople in 1453, has been described as 'a bridge that carries one from the ancient world to the...
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St. Martin's Press
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1999
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Examines the clash of cultures between the Roman Empire and the barbarians in the years between 27 B.C. to A.D. 117 through a study of four individuals who went, or were posted along the empire's northern margins and beyond.
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Franklin Watts
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c2009
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Presents the history of Hannibal, a famous Carthaginian military commander who invaded Italy by crossing the Alps with war elephants, and won many battles against Rome over a decade before being defeated in the Battle of Zama at Carthage.
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