We Live in Ancient Rome

Almost 28 centuries ago, a modest settlement arose in the center of the Apennine Peninsula. It was destined to grow into one of the most powerful states in the entire history of mankind and to shape the destinies of the inhabited world for many centuries. This state is Ancient Rome. When you go to school and learn to read and write, when you walk the streets of a modern city, when you use plumbing and even when you use the words ‘computer’ or ‘coin’, you are using the legacy of ancient Roman civilization. This book will tell you how the ancient Romans lived, what they ate, what games they played, how they entertained themselves, what they built, what they grew in their fields and gardens, how they educated, healed, how they governed the state and enacted laws. Some of the Roman habits will seem completely the same as now, while others will appear strange and surprising. And you will also encounter a whole array of heroes from Roman history – from legendary kings, great orators and commanders to emperors, among whom there were both great rulers and great madmen.

Ancient Rome still lives close to us. Don't believe it? Open this book and see for yourself!