{"product_id":"the-magnificent-book-of-treasures-ancient-rome-9781681887449","title":"The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Rome","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Stella Caldwell\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Weldon Owen\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Weldon Owen\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: History - Ancient\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarvel at the intricate mosaics, splendid treasures, and ingenious inventions of Ancient Rome and learn the stories they tell about one of the greatest civilizations the world has ever known.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStep back in time 2,000 years to visit the powerful Roman Empire. Every page reveals a fabulous treasure and its unique story--from gladiator battles with lions; chariot races for vast cheering crowds; and mock naval ship battles in flooded auditoriums, to mythical tales of magic and monsters; gods and goddesses for every occasion; and wondrous feasts in fantastical gardens. Learn about Ancient Rome's fast-food joints, the original multi-tool pocketknife, and how some escaped Pompeii's legendary volcanic eruption. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eDOZENS OF ARTIFACTS: \u003c\/b\u003e Learn about 36 iconic objects, from a gladiator's sword to the original multi-tool pocketknife. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eBEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: \u003c\/b\u003e Vibrant, detailed images of the art, objects, people, and icons of Ancient Rome. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFASCINATING FACTS: \u003c\/b\u003e Includes hundreds of amazing facts about Ancient Roman treasures in an easy-to-read format that will enthrall amateur historians of all ages. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eCLASSROOM TO COFFEE TABLE: \u003c\/b\u003e This beautiful volume is equally at home on a school bookshelf to support student learning as in a living room to be enjoyed by the whole family. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOLLECT THE SERIES: \u003c\/b\u003eMore fascinating compendiums for all ages include \u003ci\u003eThe Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Rome, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals, The Magnificent Book of Birds, \u003c\/i\u003eand more!","brand":"Weldon Owen","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":45087353274519,"sku":"9781681887449","price":1190.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781681887449.webp?v=1767640330","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-magnificent-book-of-treasures-ancient-rome-9781681887449","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}