There Was a Roman in Your Garden
A history of the Romans in 20 buried treasures
(Autor) Bettany HughesIt's your LUCKY day! You've stumbled across an ancient treasure chest in your garden that was buried THOUSANDS of years ago by a child living in ancient Rome. And the chest is packed with 20 strange and curious items that tell us so much about their life, such as: Armour made of REAL crocodile skin Twinkling TREASURE said to protect its wearer from evil A fun game made of a PIG'S KNUCKLE Evidence of the world's first PIZZA! Unpack the treasure chest and discover the objects that a child just like YOU was using thousands of years ago. You'll uncover fascinating facts and true tales about their school, family life, clothes, games, favourite snacks and so much more. The true, real-life experiences of children in ancient times is a part of history that has been neglected for far too long - award-winning historian, broadcaster and bestselling author Bettany Hughes is here to dig up this newly discovered information for young budding historians everywhere.
Bettany Hughes
Bettany Hughes is a renowned British historian, author, and broadcaster known for her expertise in ancient history and archaeology. She has written several acclaimed books, including "Helen of Troy: Goddess, Princess, Whore" and "The Hemlock Cup: Socrates, Athens and the Search for the Good Life."
Hughes is known for her engaging and accessible writing style, which brings ancient history to life for a modern audience. Her works have made significant contributions to the field of ancient history and have helped to popularize the study of the ancient world.
One of Hughes' most famous works is "Helen of Troy: Goddess, Princess, Whore," which explores the myth of Helen of Troy and its impact on Western culture. This book showcases Hughes' ability to delve into complex historical topics with clarity and insight, making her a respected figure in the world of ancient history literature.
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