Ancient Romans: Expanding the Classical Tradition

by Charles F. Baker III and Rosalie F. Baker

Book Overview

As for life, it is a battle and a journey in a strange land.--Emperor Marcus Aurelius

Seeking to control an empire that spread throughout the Mediterranean world and beyond, the ancient Romans developed a distinctive culture in which they adapted many Greek ideas and styles but also created a wealth of new ones. The Roman heritage continues to affect our architecture, government,
military, language, laws, and literature.
Ancient Romans...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0195108841
• ISBN13: 9780195108842
• Release Date: April 1998
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 2.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.9" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12

Customer Reviews

Well-told History

This book describes the lives of historic Roman figures in an interesting fashion - drawing you into the history and time of ancient Rome. I also purchased their book on Ancient Greeks. The writing is exceptional and the books are full of information. I purchased these for my children, but instead have been reading them myself.

Worth Every Penny

This magnum opus is expensive, but deservedly so. An enormous amount of research and knowledge has gone into creating a hugely useful book. The Contents alone covers Rome and her great leaders from 369 B.C. to A.D. 410. Then there are the four Appendices; Glossary, Further Reading; and two Indices, plus maps and plenty of artwork! The Bakers' writing style is elegant yet accessible, appropriate for older students through adult.