The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Roman Empire
Nelson, Eric D.
ISBN 10: 0028641515 ISBN 13: 9780028641515
Published by Alpha, 2001
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Synopsis:
You’re no idiot, of course. The battle scenes in Gladiator had you on the edge of your seat and wondering where you could find more information on the rise and fall of ancient Rome. But so far, your search has left you feeling like a blundering barbarian.
Pick yourself up off the coliseum floor! Consult The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to the Roman Empire—a fun-to-read introduction to the fascinating history, people, and culture of ancient Rome. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get:
--The history of the Roman Empire’s rise and fall.
--An idiot-proof introduction to the great epic literature of the Roman Republic.
--A survey of the Romans in arts and popular culture.
--Fascinating details of some of history’s most nefarious emperors, including Nero, Caligula, and Commodus.
About the Author:
Eric Nelson is an Assistant Professor of Classics at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, where he has been writing, speaking, and teaching about the impact and relevance of the ancient world to a variety of audiences for the past 11 years.
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Title: The Complete Idiot's Guide to the Roman ...
Publisher: Alpha
Publication Date: 2001
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good