Roman Life

Homes

Nicola Barber, Paul Harrison

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Wayland
13 January 2015

Series: Roman Life

Roman Life is a series that will explore the establishment of the Roman Empire and the notable people of the age, such as Augustus, Virgil and Homer. The text will chronicle the features and characteristics of the Roman age and explore the lives of the different social classes, as well as men, women and children. Readers will learn what it was like to live as a Roman, be able to compare how their present lives have been influenced by the past and learn how much has changed since Roman times.

This title explores Roman homes, and the difference between the living situations of rich and poor members of Roman society. It looks at the different types of furniture that Romans had in their homes, how they decorated rooms, what their gardens were like, and also how some Romans had homes abroad.

By: Nicola Barber, Paul Harrison
Imprint: Wayland
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 272mm, Width: 220mm, Spine: 2mm
Weight: 162g
ISBN: 9780750289498
ISBN 10: 075028949X
Series: Roman Life
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 13 January 2015
Audience: Children/juvenile , Primary & secondary/elementary & high school , Children / Juvenile , Teenage / Young adult
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

1: Empire Builders 2: The first Romans 3: Build it higher 4: Homes for the rich 5: Living like kings 6: Creature comforts 7: Decoration and furniture 8: Gardens 9: The Roman household 10: Children 11: Homes abroad 12: Timeline 13: Glossary 14: Index and resources

Paul Harrison is an award-winning editor and author. He has written a wide variety of books for children, and has a particular passion for modern history. He lives with his wife and son in Hove, East Sussex.