| Description |
64 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm. |
| Series |
Ancients in their own words |
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Ancients in their own words.
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| Summary |
"Offers insight into ancient times through the words of its peoples by featuring modern translations of some of the most important written records from ancient Rome, including: Aemilius's decree; the Senatus Consultum de Bacchanalibus; Marcus Caelius's Memorial; and Lutacia Lupata's Stele, with examples of Roman writing and graffiti"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page 63) and index. |
| Contents |
Grove of the god -- The first Roman -- Building the republic -- Freedom, for some -- Augustus's shield -- Missing, presumed dead -- The good soldier -- Asellina's diner -- Mr. Pompeii -- A musician's memorial -- A gravestone for a gladiator -- The Christians are coming! -- Hairan's tomb. |
| Subject |
Rome -- Civilization -- Juvenile literature.
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Quotations, Latin -- Translations into English -- Juvenile literature.
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| ISBN |
9781608700677 hardcover |
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1608700674 hardcover |
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