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"At one time, Rome was the center of the world. From there, the Roman Empire once spanned three continents. Over the centuries, modern Italy grew to make Rome its capital, bringing a new sense of unity to the people, along with influences from around that long-dead empire, evidence of which is all around the visitor to Rome. Inside, visit this vibrant city where the past is always just around the corner, but never holds back an exciting future,"--page...

Describes various aspects of life in the Roman Empire from 27 B.C. until 138 A.D.

Presents a history of the ancient world, from 6000 B.C. to 400 A.D

Describes daily life for soldiers of the Roman empire and explains their skills and duties.

This book describes the life of the Romans as soldiers, builders, engineers, senators, and merchants.

Discusses life in ancient Rome, focusing on the origin and popularity of public games, Rome's monumental game facilities, gladiators, wild animal shows, and other spectacles.

A biography of the Roman general and statesman whose brillant military leadership helped make Rome the center of a vast empire.

"Readers will learn how to the Romans extended their empire and built cities, roads, and aqueducts"--Provided by publisher.

First published in 1963, this book by University of Missouri Microbiology Professor Herbert S. Goldberg provides the reader with a picture of the life and times of Hippocrates, the "Father of Medicine." Hippocrates was born on the island of Cos in 460 B.C., and his works remained for centuries the foundation of medical and biographical knowledge. In addition, it was Hippocrates daring approach to the problems of sickness and disease that drove the...