Includes bibliographical references (p. 69) and index
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City-state to superpower -- The emperors -- The legionary -- Battle and defense -- Soldiers in society -- Senators, citizens, subjects, and slaves -- The women of Rome -- Growing up -- Family life -- House and home -- Builders and engineers -- The bloody arena -- Mortal combat -- A day at the races -- The theater -- A trip to the baths -- Writing it all down -- Craftsmen and technology -- First catch your dormouse -- A dinner party -- Making music -- A world of many gods -- Worship and sacrifice -- Healing the sick -- Death and burial -- Country life -- Transportation, travel, and trade -- The twilight of Rome -- Did you know? -- The emperors -- Find out more -- Glossary -- Index
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A photo essay documenting ancient Rome and the people who lived there as revealed through the many artifacts they left behind, including shields, swords, tools, toys, cosmetics, and jewelry