Ancient Rome (Technology in the Time Of...) - Hardcover

Robert Snedden

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0750220643 ISBN 13: 9780750220644

Publisher: Hodder Wayland, 1997

Synopsis

This is a look at the technologies used by the ancient Romans, offering insights into how they were so successful. The book describes the techniques behind their most enduring legacies - roads, bridges, aqueducts, and amphitheatres as well as the technologies of everyday life in the Roman Empire. It covers subjects such as food and clothing, production, heating systems, crafts, medicine, transport and warfare, and projects offer opportunities for hands-on learning.

About this title

About the Author

Judith Crosher has twenty years' experience as a secondary teacher and educational researcher. Her interest in ancient history was sparked by looking at her grandfather's collection of Greek and Egyptian carvings. These days, her hobbies include keeping bees and making pottery, particularly trying to imitate ancient techniques.

From School Library Journal

Gr 4-8-A look at the innovative tools and methods used by Egyptians and Romans. Each two-page spread focuses on a different skill and accomplishment in the areas of weaving, metalwork, food production, transportation, and building, among others. Illustrations include full-color reproductions of artwork, photographs of artifacts, and line drawings. There are several activities that students can try using the same techniques as the ancients. While there is not enough information for general reports on the cultures, these titles will serve as excellent supplements to broader texts. Children may also enjoy reading these books just for fun.-Yapha Nussbaum Mason, Brentwood Lower School, Los Angeles

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Edition details

• Publisher: Hodder Wayland
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0750220643
• ISBN 13: 9780750220644
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 48