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Ancient Rome
"Are you ready to take your knowledge of Ancient Rome to the next level? This activity-packed workbook will help you go straight to the head of the class"--P. [4] of cover.
48 pages, Paperback
First published June 1, 1997
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December 28, 2020
I picked this up at my local library. Ancient Rome, written by Peter Crisp is a really informative introduction to Ancient Rome.
It's clearly aimed at secondary school students who will enjoy the great pictures, diagrams, photos and snapshot explanations. This book covers around 40 different aspects of Roman History - so there's plenty there.
Even for those of us who fancy ourselves as lay-historians, it's always good to read through a book like this - consolidates our knowledge, good revision and one ALWAYS picks up something new.
A book I wouldn't buy. So, I am really grateful we have public libraries. An interesting secondary read when you put down your main book. Or if you have a teenage kid - leave it on their bed, it might ignite a flame of passion.
4 Stars
It's clearly aimed at secondary school students who will enjoy the great pictures, diagrams, photos and snapshot explanations. This book covers around 40 different aspects of Roman History - so there's plenty there.
Even for those of us who fancy ourselves as lay-historians, it's always good to read through a book like this - consolidates our knowledge, good revision and one ALWAYS picks up something new.
A book I wouldn't buy. So, I am really grateful we have public libraries. An interesting secondary read when you put down your main book. Or if you have a teenage kid - leave it on their bed, it might ignite a flame of passion.
4 Stars
August 30, 2023
A Good Brief of Roman days 💜
February 9, 2021
This is an okay workbook, but it's not as well organized as I had hoped. First there are about four pages of straight-up information (presented in DK's signature style), then several pages of activities, then to top it off, a few pages of straight-up questions.
I wish that the information, activities, and quiz questions had been chunked together. It was a bit of a pain to make this into a cohesive history unit for my daughter; if it had been organized better, it would have been no effort at all. I'd love to see it divided into 10-20 small chapters with informations, activities, and questions for each. I know she will be frustrated by the pages of questions at the end, and it's going to be a bit of a pain to search back through the whole book to find the answers.
That said, I couldn't find anything else quite like this, and I did have a need for a workbook on ancient Rome, so I'm glad this exists.
I wish that the information, activities, and quiz questions had been chunked together. It was a bit of a pain to make this into a cohesive history unit for my daughter; if it had been organized better, it would have been no effort at all. I'd love to see it divided into 10-20 small chapters with informations, activities, and questions for each. I know she will be frustrated by the pages of questions at the end, and it's going to be a bit of a pain to search back through the whole book to find the answers.
That said, I couldn't find anything else quite like this, and I did have a need for a workbook on ancient Rome, so I'm glad this exists.
July 9, 2018
It has been quite a while I have read any of the history revealed books and this one I came across in one of the many free libraries that my city has. As such I chose to give it a home since I do enjoy history.
For the true historical fan or even a regular teacher this is the type of book i call a stepping stone. It gives you enough information and insight to hopefully increase your appetite for the subject but at the same time to make you want to know more if you are interested. As such it doesn't go into report status to give you every single detail or explore every single subject connected.
Instead it uses two pages to approach a subject. This is covered by one large paragraph or two. The rest of the information on the page includes artifacts with captions that gives more to the reader about whatever the picture or illustration holds. Every two or three pages later you get one that has the see-through screen, which also focuses on the details such as in this book the attack of Gaul before and after and Pompeii, both the ruins as well as what it was like in AD 79 when Vesuvius erupted.
Since the book does focus on explaining and giving a lot more history based on artifacts it does jump around a bit. There are times when you will find a notation for one illustration and subject on the opposite page of where the main paragraph is.
Altogether this is a good introduction book to Ancient Rome, its religious practices, war tactics and other bits of historical significance. And even though the Greco-Roman is known for its nudes there is although of an inconspicuousness that adults shouldn't have to worry about the nature of these illustrations. All in all it is a great book to have around for school or just for reading.
For the true historical fan or even a regular teacher this is the type of book i call a stepping stone. It gives you enough information and insight to hopefully increase your appetite for the subject but at the same time to make you want to know more if you are interested. As such it doesn't go into report status to give you every single detail or explore every single subject connected.
Instead it uses two pages to approach a subject. This is covered by one large paragraph or two. The rest of the information on the page includes artifacts with captions that gives more to the reader about whatever the picture or illustration holds. Every two or three pages later you get one that has the see-through screen, which also focuses on the details such as in this book the attack of Gaul before and after and Pompeii, both the ruins as well as what it was like in AD 79 when Vesuvius erupted.
Since the book does focus on explaining and giving a lot more history based on artifacts it does jump around a bit. There are times when you will find a notation for one illustration and subject on the opposite page of where the main paragraph is.
Altogether this is a good introduction book to Ancient Rome, its religious practices, war tactics and other bits of historical significance. And even though the Greco-Roman is known for its nudes there is although of an inconspicuousness that adults shouldn't have to worry about the nature of these illustrations. All in all it is a great book to have around for school or just for reading.
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May 24, 2022gotta prepare for that ancient history class next year of course
June 28, 2022
I found this cool book in our school library and think it is a great way to learn more about Ancient Rome or revise the topic.
It has lots of facts and information about different subject areas so you get a good introduction to the Romans and their lives but it doesn’t go into too much depth or become boring. You could always pick up some more books if there is a particular thing that you wanted to learn about in more detail.
There are 16 different sections each over a double page and with lots of photographs, diagrams and illustrations to explain each one. Large images are numbered and labelled to explain important details. Sections include topics such as the rise of Rome, military life, social classes, trade, leisure, religion and the fall of the Empire.
The unusual thing about the book are the acetate see-through pages that allow you to look inside 4 different scenes: Caesar’s attack on Avaricum in Gaul, Inside the Colosseum (the greatest Roman amphitheatre), the eruption of Pompeii, and an atrium (entrance hall) of a ruined house in Pompeii.
It would be really useful for primary school students studying Rome and the Romans. If you are learning about the Romans or just like history books then this one is worth a read!
It has lots of facts and information about different subject areas so you get a good introduction to the Romans and their lives but it doesn’t go into too much depth or become boring. You could always pick up some more books if there is a particular thing that you wanted to learn about in more detail.
There are 16 different sections each over a double page and with lots of photographs, diagrams and illustrations to explain each one. Large images are numbered and labelled to explain important details. Sections include topics such as the rise of Rome, military life, social classes, trade, leisure, religion and the fall of the Empire.
The unusual thing about the book are the acetate see-through pages that allow you to look inside 4 different scenes: Caesar’s attack on Avaricum in Gaul, Inside the Colosseum (the greatest Roman amphitheatre), the eruption of Pompeii, and an atrium (entrance hall) of a ruined house in Pompeii.
It would be really useful for primary school students studying Rome and the Romans. If you are learning about the Romans or just like history books then this one is worth a read!
March 18, 2023
I must say that it was like taking a trip to a museum filled with fascinating exhibits. The book was filled with interesting facts and details that kept me engaged from start to finish.
The author did an excellent job of presenting the information in a clear and concise manner, making it easy to understand even for someone who is not well-versed in Roman history. I found it to be a thoroughly enjoyable read.
The author did an excellent job of presenting the information in a clear and concise manner, making it easy to understand even for someone who is not well-versed in Roman history. I found it to be a thoroughly enjoyable read.
February 12, 2014
A very interesting book. It is full of so much history and information. The pictures go well with the words of the book. It talks about all the little traditions, games, and food that they had. There is lots to learn from the book.
December 14, 2019
I love DK Eyewitness books, especially when I want to get a feel for a subject with lots of illustrations and clear text. I'm studying myths and legends and this was a good history and a fun source for art and life and times.
April 14, 2014
Fantastic book with lots of information, very accessible to students who want to learn more about ancient Rome.
February 2, 2017
It was interesting and I liked when they would show you the modern day ruins, and when you turned the page it had the same scene from Ancient Rome.
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