'Packed with more detail and colour than many books twice its size Hughes brings the epic
story of Rome vividly to life.' PAUL COOPER HOST AND AUTHOR OF FALL OF CIVILIZATIONS
Experience the sights sounds and smells of the Roman world and meet its most intriguing and
influential characters as this immersive account brings 1000 years of history to life.
Immerse yourself in the dramatic and thrilling thousand-year story of Ancient Rome. Combining
impeccable research with action packed storytelling this riveting short history explores the
inception expansion and ultimate fall of one of the greatest empires the world has ever known.
Walk Rome's bustling streets witness the fearsome exploits of its all-conquering army and step
into the opulent corridors of its palaces and pioneering building projects. Follow Hannibal as
he crosses the snowcapped Alps with elephants in tow shadow Julius Caesar as he ponders
whether to cross the Rubicon river and look on as Cicero delivers an impassioned speech to the
Senate. In a Bacchanalian feast of despotic rulers colossal conquests visionary women
gladiator games and the daily life of Roman citizens and subjects A Short History of Ancient
Rome charts the dramatic twists and turns of the kingdom the republic the empire and its
decline as you navigate this crucial period in history.
