What is Ancient History?

Ancient History is the history of the ancient world from the earliest known civilization to the collapse of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD. Informal -Something that is already long familiar and no longer new, interesting, or relevant.
On a recent trip to Vegas, I was thrilled to find a statue of the Goddess Diana from Roman Mythology in Caesars Palace.  Zenobia in book one was compared to the Goddess because of her skills in archery.
Diana statue in Caesars Palace


I'm excited when I find readers, book clubs, and organizations that focus on history. Most groups spotlight Renaissance or Medieval times. Groups who center on Ancient History can sometimes come off as boring. I might not have been interested in knowing more of the time frame if it wasn't for Zenobia from the 3rd century. She brings a point of view that even today we can relate to. Ancient History doesn't have to be "Ancient History" and we can make it fun and interesting. I'm a visual learner so walking around Caesars Palace made the history of Roman times come to life. 



Even riding on the elevator was a history lesson to be found As I explored Caesars Palace it was like  being transported back to Roman times. of course Caesar was a focal point Zenobia  came along on the Roman tour of  the extensive grounds There were beautiful gardens and statues everywhere Roman towers Sparkling water fountains and Roman Mythology was all around I don't even need a passport to travel to different times in history. next stop Egypt