The Ancient Roman Economy

By Amelie von Zumbusch

Book Overview

The success of the Roman economy is to a large degree beholden to its vast empire. While farming was the backbone of the Roman economy, trade played an important role, too. Readers learn about Roman mills, shops, construction, mining, currency, and taxation. Also explored are the roles of women and slaves in the Roman economy. Highly informative, with a wealth of primary source images.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1477708871
• ISBN13: 9781477708873
• Release Date: July 2013
• Publisher: PowerKids Press
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.9" x 8.3"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6