Why We're All Romans: The Roman Contribution to the Western World

By Carl J. Richard

Book Overview

This lively account of Roman administration, law, engineering, architecture, art, and literature traces 1,200 years of history from Rome's inception to the fall of the Western Roman Empire. This engaging yet deeply informed work not only examines Roman history and the multitude of Roman achievements in rich and colorful detail but also delineates their crucial and lasting impact on Western civilization.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0742567796
• ISBN13: 9780742567795
• Release Date: October 2011
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.5" x 8.6"