Description
Book SynopsisFactology: Romans is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics.
Did you know that a gladiator fight only ended when one of the combatants died or called for mercy? Travel through time to explore one of history’s most stupendous superpowers: Ancient Rome. They were mind-bogglingly mean and incredibly inventive at the same time.
This visually stunning history guide takes readers on an adventure across the vast Roman empire, including their awesome architecture, wondrous waterways and legendary legions. Be shocked by their brutal treatment of barbarians and slaves. There are needy gods, evil emperors, stinky sewers, careening chariots and much more!
Each volume in the Factology series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to its subject, explaining key concepts and highlighting significant events in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining.
The KS2 and KS3 school curriculum is consulted when devising each volume, to ensure that the books cover important educational topics, making them a perfect teaching aid for learning history and STEM subjects.
Table of ContentsRise of Rome 6
Legend of Romulus & Remus 8
Abduction of Sabine Women 10
The period of Kings 12
Republican Rome 14
Hail, Caesar! 16
Imperial Rome 18
Power play 20
Epic Emperors 22
Women behind the throne 24
The five good emperors 26
Eruption of Pompeii 28
Enemies of Rome 30
The fall of Rome 32
Eternal city 36
Brilliant builders 38
All roads lead to Rome 40
What a waste! 42
Milestones in Roman life 44
Teenage kicks 46
The role of women 48
Savage slavery 50
On the money 52
Let’s talk Latin 54
It all adds up 56
Join the feast 58
What’s up, doc? 60
Romans on the march 62
Ready for battle 64
Marine masters 66
The great Roman wall 68
Here come the gods 72
Roman gods fact files 1 74
Roman gods fact files 2 76
Are you there God? It’s me, Marcus 78
Meet the priests 80
Let the games begin 82
Close-up Colosseum 84
Enter... the gladiators! 88
Gladiator school 90
Roman quiz 92
Glossary & quiz answers 94
Index 96
