The story of civilization begins centuries ago and ancient Rome was one
of its most important birthplaces. Today's world owes a great deal to
the cultures of ancient Europe, including many principles of democratic
government, law, poetry, drama, art and architecture.Towering aqueducts
and long, straight Roman roads still survive from those times hundreds
of years ago, and many modern languages are still peppered with words
that come from Latin, the language of ancient Rome.Find out for yourself
how the Romans forged the greatest empire the world has ever known and
discover the systems and techniques that Roman builders used to create
great cities. Learn about Roman lifestyle and customs: the way they
dressed, the entertainments they enjoyed and the foods they ate.A
variety of easy-to-make projects are included: build a Roman home,
create a purple-trimmed toga and fashion a golden headdress that will
leave you looking fit to rule an empire!Packed with over 300 colour
photographs and 50 illustrations, including cross sections and
historical maps, this book is ideal for fun and learning both at home
and at school.What life was like in ancient Rome - find out about Roman
houses, clothes, food, sports, drama, schools, towns and culturePacked
with over 300 colour images and 50 illustrations, including cross
sections, historical maps and a pictorial timeline15 enjoyable and
stimulating step-by-step projects enable you to recreate the past by
making outfits, accessories, food, models and craft objectsFact boxes
provide extra insights and highlight links with the presentIdeal for
home or school use for 8-12-year-olds
