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More than just a marvelously-told history of the life of the founder of Rome, this work by storyteller extraordinaire Jacob Abbott shows how early historical accounts weaved fact and fiction into a founding story so appealing that it has persisted through the millennia.Abbott... Read Full Overview

Jacob Abbott was a well-known 19th century historian who wrote biographies on various leaders and famous individuals, including this one about Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome who has been credited with founding the Eternal City along with his brother Remus. CADMUS

Sail back to the captivating origins of Rome in this engaging biography of its legendary founder Romulus. Written by acclaimed historian Jacob Abbott, Romulus whisks young readers back to antiquity to unravel the myth and intrigue cloaking the city's astonishing beginnings.

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More than just a marvelously-told history of the life of the founder of Rome, this work by storyteller extraordinaire Jacob Abbott shows how early historical accounts weaved fact and fiction into a founding story so appealing that it has persisted through the millennia. Abbott... Read Full Overview

A historical narrative recounting the legendary life of Romulus, the traditional founder of Rome, presented in a clear and structured form for general readership. Jacob Abbott traces the story from its mythic origins through the establishment of the early... Read Full Overview

"Romulus" from Jacob Abbott. American writer of children's books (1803-1879).

Story of the early days of Rome, beginning with the flight of Aeneas from Troy and his landing in Latium, continuing with the rivalry of Romulus and Remus, and culminating in the founding of Rome. Suitable for ages 12 and up.

The History of Romulus is a book written by Jacob Abbott in the year 1852. The book is a detailed account of the life and times of Romulus, the legendary founder and first king of Rome. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the early history of the Roman Empire, including... Read Full Overview

Romulus is a historical fiction novel written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1901. The story is set in ancient Rome and centers around the legendary founder of Rome, Romulus. The novel follows Romulus from his birth and childhood to his rise as a powerful leader and the establishment... Read Full Overview

Romulus is a historical fiction novel written by Jacob Abbott and published in 1901. The book is set in ancient Rome and follows the story of Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome. The novel begins with the birth of Romulus and his twin brother Remus, who are abandoned in the... Read Full Overview

History of Romulus is a book written by Jacob Abbott in 1852. The book is a historical account of the founding of Rome by the legendary figure of Romulus. It begins with the story of Romulus and his twin brother Remus, who were abandoned as infants and raised by a she-wolf. The... Read Full Overview

""Romulus"" is a historical novel written by Jacob Abbott and first published in 1901. The book tells the story of the legendary founder of Rome, Romulus, and his twin brother Remus. It begins with the boys' birth and their abandonment by their mother, and follows their journey... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview