The How We Know About series explores past civilizations with an emphasis on the archaeological record. In The Romans, each double-page spread looks at an important part of the Romans’ way of life and shows some key evidence – artifacts, architecture, arts, and written sources – that enables us to reconstruct and understand their buildings, technology, clothes, jewelry and everyday life:•Discover the remains of a beautiful villa and the way of life of a wealthy family.•Explore the world of roman mythology and the roles of priests and priestesses.•Learn about the armor and weapons of roman soldiers fighting for the empire.•See chariots bolt from the starting gates at the amphitheatre.
