A thrilling, inviting, information-packed guide to the rise and fall of Rome and its empire.

• Political and military history, art and architecture, religion and culture
• The Romans at work, at play, at home and abroad, all brought to life in an original, multifaceted and dynamic presentation
• Accessible narrative text, written under the guidance of leading classical scholars
• Dramatic and vivid illustrations including much specially commissioned photography and artwork
• Powerful and informative maps
• Detailed, thematic chronological tables
• Striking special features with unique reconstructions of Roman life and times