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Roman Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...387 BC Rome is under attack from the vicious Gauls and the barbarian army is now preparing to besiege the Temple of Juno on Capitol Hill, home of Brutus, a trainee priest. The temple's inhabitants are offered help from the army of Lord Furius, but are not sure if he is to be trusted. However, when rescue eventually comes it is from an even moreunlikely source...A tale based on one of the most famous of all Roman legends, full of Terry Deary's dark humour and dry wit.Book band: GreyIdeal for ages 8+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
Roman Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...AD 51Bran is a slave, a prisoner of Rome, but dreams of one day returning to his homeland, Britannia, to fight against the Romans. When the proud young slave is overheard criticizing Rome, he is thrown into prison and faces execution the next day. Luckily, his cell mate Caratacus is a very special prisoner indeed - a British chief. He believes he has a way to save both their skins, but he'll need Bran's help.A tale based on a key moment in Roman history, full of Terry Deary's dark humour and dry wit.Book band: BrownIdeal for ages 7+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
Romans
by John TownsendTime to take a sideways look at the bizarre and outrageous from throughout history - and it's all TRUE!Which mad idea poisoned thousands of Romans?Which bad emperor was top of the crazy tree? What dangerous sport was most likely to get you killed?Find out the answers to these questions inside, along with lots of facts, quizzes, and other bonkers stuff as you take a bumpy journey into the darkest crannies of Roman history with Mad, Bad and Just Plain Dangerous!
Romans
by John TownsendTime to take a sideways look at the bizarre and outrageous from throughout history - and it's all TRUE!Which mad idea poisoned thousands of Romans?Which bad emperor was top of the crazy tree? What dangerous sport was most likely to get you killed?Find out the answers to these questions inside, along with lots of facts, quizzes, and other bonkers stuff as you take a bumpy journey into the darkest crannies of Roman history with Mad, Bad and Just Plain Dangerous!
Land of the Gods
by Sally PrueA laugh-out-loud comedy from popular author Sally Prue, taking a light hearted look at the clash of cultures in Roman Britain. After all - who would live in a hut if there were underfloor heating on offer..."If they were Romans I was done for: they'd tear me apart, bit by bit, and enjoy doing it..."When Lucan sees a legion of Roman soldiers near his village it definitely makes sense to hide. But hiding in a wagon could prove to be a dangerous mistake. And falling asleep in the wagon is not the best idea that Lucan has ever had. Trapped as a Roman slave, can Lucan find his way home... and does he even want to?This hilarious book is packed with wonderful (and eccentric) characters and insight into life in Roman Britain.
Land of the Gods
by Sally PrueA laugh-out-loud comedy from popular author Sally Prue, taking a light hearted look at the clash of cultures in Roman Britain. After all - who would live in a hut if there were underfloor heating on offer..."If they were Romans I was done for: they'd tear me apart, bit by bit, and enjoy doing it..."When Lucan sees a legion of Roman soldiers near his village it definitely makes sense to hide. But hiding in a wagon could prove to be a dangerous mistake. And falling asleep in the wagon is not the best idea that Lucan has ever had. Trapped as a Roman slave, can Lucan find his way home... and does he even want to?This hilarious book is packed with wonderful (and eccentric) characters and insight into life in Roman Britain.
Romans
by Sir Tony RobinsonIn Sir Tony Robinson's Weird World of Wonders Romans, Sir Tony Robinson takes you on a headlong gallop through time, pointing out all the most important, funny, strange, amazing, entertaining and gory bits about the Romans! It's history, but not as we know it!Find out everything you ever needed to know in this brilliant, action-packed, fact-filled book including:- How to keep the gods happy- Why you should never ignore an omen- How to defeat an army who are riding elephants, and- How to spot a barbarianFor more funny history facts discover Sir Tony Robinson's Weird World of Wonders Egyptians.
The Wandering Vine
by Nina CaplanWINNER OF THE LOUIS ROEDERER INTERNATIONAL WINE BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2018LONGLISTED FOR THE BIG BOOK PRIZE 2018'Wine is alive, ageing and changing, but it's also a triumph over death. These grapes should rot. Instead they ferment. What better magic potion could there be, to convey us to the past?'Impelled by a dual thirst, for wine and for knowledge, Nina Caplan follows the vine into the past, wandering from Champagne's ancient chalk to the mountains of Campania, via the crumbling Roman ruins that flank the river Rhône and the remote slopes of Priorat in Catalonia. She meets people whose character, stubbornness and sometimes, borderline craziness makes their wine great: an intrepid Englishman planting on rabbit-infested Downs, a glamorous eagle-chasing Spaniard and an Italian lawyer obsessed with reviving Falernian, legendary wine of the Romans. In the course of her travels, she drinks a lot and learns a lot: about dead conquerors and living wines, forgotten zealots and – in vino veritas, as Pliny said – about herself. In this lyrical and charming book, Nina Caplan drinks in order to remember and travels in order to understand the meaning of home. This is narrative travel writing at its best.
The Wandering Vine
by Nina CaplanWINNER OF THE LOUIS ROEDERER INTERNATIONAL WINE BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2018LONGLISTED FOR THE BIG BOOK PRIZE 2018'Wine is alive, ageing and changing, but it's also a triumph over death. These grapes should rot. Instead they ferment. What better magic potion could there be, to convey us to the past?'Impelled by a dual thirst, for wine and for knowledge, Nina Caplan follows the vine into the past, wandering from Champagne's ancient chalk to the mountains of Campania, via the crumbling Roman ruins that flank the river Rhône and the remote slopes of Priorat in Catalonia. She meets people whose character, stubbornness and sometimes, borderline craziness makes their wine great: an intrepid Englishman planting on rabbit-infested Downs, a glamorous eagle-chasing Spaniard and an Italian lawyer obsessed with reviving Falernian, legendary wine of the Romans. In the course of her travels, she drinks a lot and learns a lot: about dead conquerors and living wines, forgotten zealots and – in vino veritas, as Pliny said – about herself. In this lyrical and charming book, Nina Caplan drinks in order to remember and travels in order to understand the meaning of home. This is narrative travel writing at its best.
History in a Hurry: Romans
by John FarmanJohn Farman, the genius (for want of a better word) responsible for the best-selling A VERY BLOODY HISTORY OF BRITAIN (WITHOUT THE BORING BITS), now tackles all the great periods of history - in less than 10,000 words.History in a Hurry is so short that there just isn't room for any boring bits!All you need to know (and a little bit less*) about the Romans.(*Quite a lot less, actually. Ed.)
The Fact or Fiction Behind the Romans
by Peter HepplewhiteTruth or Busted's Romans title explores popular myths and legends about one of history's most fascinating periods in a tongue-in-cheek, humorous way that kids will find unputdownable! Alongside features such as 'Rampaging Romans' in which we learn about some of the Romans' greatest conquests, Truth or Busted statements such as 'Gladiators trained on a diet of raw meat' or 'The Romans celebrated Valentine's Day with goat skin whips' are explored. We look at where the idea came from, whether it has any basis in truth, or whether they can be consigned to folklore. Finally, each statement is given a TRUTH or BUSTED evaluation! A must for anyone interested in the Romans, or studying history at school!
Romans on the Rampage
by Jeremy StrongPerilus and his family are in trouble again! His dad has been arrested for stealing money from the Imperial Mint. Can Croakbag the talking raven save the day once more?
Ruthless Romans
by Terry Deary and Martin BrownReaders can discover all the foul facts about the Ruthless Romans, including which emperor enjoyed eating camel's heels, who were the terrible twins who founded Rome and which evil emperors made murder a sport. With a bold, accessible new look and a heap of extra-horrible bits, these bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans.
Revolt Against the Romans
by Tony Bradman"I've fought every kind of barbarian, but the Britons are by far the worst..."Marcus is excited about travelling to Britannia, the island at the edge of the world. But the Britons are savages who tattoo themselves and take the heads of their enemies in battle. They won't bow down to the rule of Rome. As Marcus travels to meet his father he meets a barbarian chief instead and his destiny is changed forever, along with that of Britannia...
Romans
by Liza Phipps and Avril ThompsonHistory Showtime brings a fresh new approach to history, combining essential learning with the fun of drama and music.History Showtime: Ancient Egyptians looks at who the ancient Egyptians were and describes their everyday life, such as what they ate, what they wore and their beliefs. Alongside this key information are four songs, unique to this series, which bring the facts to life. At the end of the book is a simple playscript for children to act out, which explores the famous opening of Tutankhamun's tomb.
Meg and the Romans
by Jan PienkowskiMeg and Mog meet a new friend - a Roman who is in need of help! But will Meg's spell get him to London? Find out in this colourful new adventure and find out more about what Romans were really like...The Meg and Mog books have been entertaining children for nearly forty-five years; with their vibrant and unique artwork - they are perfect for sharing together, reading alone, and exploring the colours, shapes and characters in the pictures.
Romans on the Rampage
by Jeremy StrongPerilus is a Roman boy who is crazy about chariot racing. He loves to practise in his own homemade chariot (pulled by the family goat) and dreams of riding in the Circus Maximus himself one day. But when Perilus's hero, the brilliant charioteer Scorcha , goes missing on the day of the big race, Perilus finds his wish coming true sooner than he'd imagined!
The Romans
by Jillian PowellCovering different historical eras, this informative series details all the topics one would expect to find in a history series, such as family life, food, religion, entertainment and warfare. However, it focuses on the most gruesome parts of these topics.
The Romans
by John MalamThrough examining primary evidence, such as coins, helmets, remains, sculptures, buildings and mosaics, the reader will be introduced to this historical age. Find out what toys roman children played with, what clothes people wore and what religion romans followed. Do the multiple choice quiz at the end to find out what you have learnt.
Romans
by Moira ButterfieldTruth is a lot stranger than fiction! Weird True Facts includes the most eye-popping animals, vehicles and objects, the weirdest stories, the most astonishing facts and the most unbelievable situations EVER.
Romans
by Jane BinghamLearn all about the mighty Romans with this brilliant photographic book. From the rise of Rome and the growth of the Roman Empire to the great emperors, such as Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. We look at the powerful Roman army and how the civilization spread across Europe. Find out how we know about the Romans today, from the amazing buildings that are still standing to the discovery of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Then take a look at Roman gods and godesses, and the entertainments, food, artists, musicians and medicines of the time.Read about the games that took place in great amphitheatres, such as the grand Colosseum, the gladiator fights and exciting chariot races. Then, learn about home and family life of people in ancient Rome. You can even read about a day in the life of a Roman child, and design and make your own mosaic with our brilliant activity page.Discover amazing facts about the Roman civilization!