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 culture Packed with over 300 colour images and 50 illustrations, including cross sections, historical maps and a pictorial timeline 15 enjoyable and stimulating step-by-step projects enable you to recreate the past by making outfits, accessories, food, models and craft objects Fact boxes provide extra insights and highlight links with the present Ideal for home or school use for 8-12-year-olds
This book title, Step Into: The Roman Empire (Step into the time of the Roman Empire, with 15 step-by-step projects and over 370 exciting pictures), ISBN: 9781844763481, by Philip Steele, published by Southwater (April 1, 2007) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
Unlike Amazon and other retailers who may also offer Step Into: The Roman Empire (Step into the time of the Roman Empire, with 15 step-by-step projects and over 370 exciting pictures) books on their website, we specialize in large quantities and provide personal service, from trusted, experienced, friendly people in Portland, Oregon. We offer a Price Match Guarantee, and QuickQuote form, to make purchasing quick and easy.
Prefer to work with a human being when you order Step Into: The Roman Empire (Step into the time of the Roman Empire, with 15 step-by-step projects and over 370 exciting pictures) books in bulk? Our Book Specialists are standing by Monday-Friday 8-5 PST, ready to help!
