Ancient Rome: A Quick Read

By Allison Bonham, Academic Links, Brooke Bonham

"Ancient Rome: A Quick Read" offers a comprehensive overview of one of history's most captivating civilizations. From its legendary founding by Romulus and Remus to its eventual decline and legacy, this book provides a concise yet informative journey through the key aspects of Ancient Rome.

Readers will delve into the political landscape of the Roman Republic, exploring the roles of plebeians and patricians, the workings of the Roman Senate, and the rise of influential figures like Julius Caesar and Cicero. Daily life in Ancient Rome comes to life as readers discover details about housing, clothing, food, and family dynamics.

The book also explores the artistic and intellectual achievements of Ancient Rome, from its awe-inspiring architecture and engineering feats to its enduring contributions to literature, art, and law. Intriguing chapters cover Roman mythology, Christianity's emergence in Rome, and the spectacle of gladiatorial combat in the Colosseum.

"Ancient Rome: A Quick Read" sheds light on pivotal moments in Roman history, including the Punic Wars, the rise of the Roman Empire under Augustus, and the fateful Ides of March. From the grandeur of Hadrian's Wall to the tragedy of the Great Fire of Rome, this book celebrates the richness and complexity of Ancient Rome, inviting readers to embark on a fascinating journey through time.

Topics:
Ancient Rome: Overview
Romulus and Remus
The Roman Republic
The City of Rome
Daily Life in Ancient Rome
Food and Cooking in Ancient Rome
Clothing in Ancient Rome
Plebeians and Patricians
Roman Housing and Homes
Life in the City in Ancient Rome
Life in the Country in Ancient Rome
Family Life in Ancient Rome
Women of Rome
Ancient Roman Art
Literature in Ancient Rome
Roman Law
The Roman Senate
Roman Engineering
Roman Roads
Roman Water
Roman Baths
Roman Aqueducts
Roman Mythology
Christianity and Rome
Roman Numerals
The Roman Arena & Entertainment
The Colosseum
Gladiators
Flamma the Gladiator
Roman Beastiari
Spartacus the Gladiator
Roman Wars and Battles
The Roman Eagle Standard
Roman Army
The Consular Army
Roman Legions
Roman Siege Weapons
Roman Ninth Legion
Praetorian Guard
Castra Praetoria
Roman Centurion
The Punic Wars
Ancient Carthage
The First Punic War
Hannibal of Carthage
Hannibal Crossing the Alps
The Second Punic War
The Third Punic War
Scipio Africanus
First Triumvirate
Marcus Licinius Crassus
Gnaeus Pompey
Julius Caesar
Ides of March
Octavian
Marc Antony
Second Triumvirate
Cleopatra
Battle of Actium
Death of Cleopatra
Roman Republic to Empire
Augustus
Emperors of the Roman Empire
Cicero
Gaius Marius
Trajan
Nero
Great Fire of Rome
Hadrian
Hadrian's Wall
Antoninus Pius
Marcus Aurelius
Commodus
Splitting of an Empire
Diocletian
Constantine the Great
Honorius
Barbarians in Ancient Rome
Rome and Gaul
Rome and the Germanic Tribes
Rome and the Temple of Solomon
Rome in the Holy Land
Roman Empire in Judea
Roman Empire in England
Antonine Wall
City of Pompeii
Eruption of Mount Vesuvius
Fall of Rome
Legacy of Rome

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CVX1J5XF
• ISBN13: 9798880013227
• Release Date: February 2024
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"