Book details
The Thrifty Guide to Ancient Rome: A Handbook for Time Travelers (The Thrifty Guides)
Description
From the publishing house that brought you the Who Was? books comes the next big series to make history approachable, engaging, and funny!The Thrifty Guide to Ancient Romecontains information vital to the sensible time traveler:*;Where can I find a decent hotel room in ancient Rome for under five sesterces a day? Is horse parking included? *;What do I do if I'm attacked by barbarians? *;What are my legal options if I'm fed to the lions at the Colosseum? All this is answered and more. There is handy advice on finding the best picnicking spots to watch Julius Caesar's assassination at the Roman Forum in 44 BC, as well as helpful real estate tips to profit from the great Roman fire of AD 64. There are even useful recommendations on which famous historical figures to meet for lunch, and a few nifty pointers on how to avoid being poisoned, beheaded, or torn apart by an angry mob. If you had a time travel machine and could take a vacation anywhere in history, this is the only guidebook you would need!
Age
8-12
Text complexity
advanced
Length
144 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides a unique and engaging way to learn about Ancient Rome, combining historical facts with humorous time travel scenarios, making it a fun read for both children and adults interested in history.
- Entertainment: Jonathan W. Stokes offers a witty and entertaining take on what it would be like to visit Ancient Rome as a time traveler. The book is filled with amusing anecdotes, quirky illustrations, and creative storytelling that keeps readers entertained throughout.
- Travel Guide Format: The Thrifty Guide to Ancient Rome is structured like a modern travel guide, offering insights into the customs, places of interest, and survival tips for ancient times. This format is both familiar and innovative, providing a fresh perspective on historical information.
- Series Engagement: As part of 'The Thrifty Guides' series, this book invites readers to explore other time periods and civilizations with the same humorous and informative approach. It's a great starting point for young readers to develop an interest in history and to seek out more books in the series.