City-state to superpower
The emperors 8
The legionary 10
Battle and defense 12
Soldiers in society 14
Senators, citizens, subjects, and slaves 16
The women of Rome 18
Growing up 20
Family life 22
House and home 24
Builders and engineers 26
The bloody arena 28
Mortal combat 30
A day at the races 34
The theater 36
A trip to the baths 38
Writing it all down 40
Craftsworkers and technology 42
First catch your dormouse 44
A dinner party 46
Making music 48
A world of many gods 50
Worship and sacrifice 52
Healing the sick 54
Death and burial 56
Country life 58
Transportation, travel, and trade 60
The twilight of Rome 62
Did you know? 64
The emperors 66
Find out more 68
Glossary 70
Index 72