Famous Men of Rome (Illustrated) - Couverture souple

Haaren, John Henry; Poland, A. B.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1482037947 ISBN 13 : 9781482037944

Editeur : CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014

Synopsis

Explore the rise and fall of Ancient Rome through the lives of its greatest men.

From the legendary founding of Rome to the final days of its empire, Famous Men of Rome by John Haaren offers readers an unforgettable journey across eleven centuries of history—told through the stories of the men who shaped one of the world’s greatest civilizations.

Meet the courageous Horatius, the resolute Camillus, the brilliant orator Cicero, the iconic general Julius Caesar, and many more remarkable figures whose leadership, valor, and ambition forged Rome’s destiny. This carefully crafted collection presents their biographies in chronological order, guiding readers through Rome’s three defining stages: the Monarchy, the Republic, and the Empire.

Though women are not the primary focus, their influential roles emerge naturally throughout the narratives, adding depth and context to the unfolding drama. Each chapter is a captivating blend of fact and storytelling, designed to awaken young imaginations and deepen understanding of ancient history.

Ideal for classrooms, history clubs, and curious readers, Famous Men of Rome remains a beloved classic that makes the complex history of Ancient Rome approachable, personal, and compelling.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

John Henry Haaren (1855-1916) was an American educator and historian. John Haaren studied under Prof. N. M. Butler at Columbia University, 1889-91, before becoming a teacher in New York. In 1907 he became Associate Superintendent of Schools in New York, increasing the number and efficiency of kindergartens and starting classes to teach English to foreigners. Haaren was president of the department of pedagogy in the Brooklyn Institute. Haaren High School (which was located on 10th Avenue between 58th and 59th Streets in Manhattan) was named in his honor. The Charles B. J. Snyder-designed school which was initially DeWitt Clinton High School is now Haaren Hall on the campus of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Haaren wrote a several history books which are still appreciated today, of which this is one.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Date d'édition: 2014
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1482037947
• ISBN 13: 9781482037944
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 175
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg