A collection of stories showing how the Romans explained the world, its origins, and the people living in it.

Will the Greek god Apollo, cast down to Earth in the pathetic mortal form of a teenager named Lester Papadopoulos, finally regain his place on Mount Olympus? Lester's demigod friends at Camp Jupiter just helped him survive attacks from bloodthirsty ghouls, an evil Roman king and his army of the undead, and the lethal emperors Caligula and Commodus. Now the former god and his demigod master Meg must follow a prophecy uncovered by Ella the harpy. Lester's...

A complete history of the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, chronicling the story of the most important and influential civilization the world has ever known * Over 1000 colour photographs, fine art paintings, battleplans, maps, architectural cross sections and artworks reveal the glory and the might of ancient Rome * An authoritative account of Roman imperial, military and political power, and of classical Rome's far-reaching influence on Western...

The magical world of mythology comes to life in this narrated book. Children can enjoy the fantastic myths and legends, get to know their ancient gods and traditional heroes, while gaining insight.

Examines the myths and beliefs of the classical world of ancient Greece and Rome.

Roman myths and tales introduce information about the ancient Romans, including their origins, capital city, religious beliefs, government, foods, warfare, everyday life, commerce, transportation, arts, and science, and describe the end of Roman rule in Western Europe.

Discusses life in ancient Rome and presents the myths that civilization has bequeathed us.