Unlock the secrets of the greatest empire in history - and discover how it still shapes your life today.
Do you want to understand how a small Italian village became the most powerful civilization the world has ever seen? Curious about emperors like Julius Caesar and Augustus, or how Roman law, military tactics, roads, and religion still impact our society today?
Then this book is your perfect starting point.
In Roman Empire for Beginners, acclaimed history writer Mary Bryan takes you on an epic yet easy-to-follow journey through 1,000 years of Roman history - from its mythical founding and the glory of the Republic to the rise of emperors and the empire's lasting legacy.
The dramatic rise and fall of Julius Caesar and the death of the Republic
How Roman engineering, roads, aqueducts, and architecture revolutionized the world
The shift from pagan gods to Christianity - and how Constantine changed everything
What made the Roman military unstoppable - and what caused its decline
How Roman law, Latin, and political systems laid the foundation for Western civilization
Fascinating insights into daily Roman life, from gladiators and forums to family and faith