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    Rome: Exploring Ancient Civilizations
    Rome: Exploring Ancient Civilizations
    Rome: Exploring Ancient Civilizations
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    Rome: Exploring Ancient Civilizations

    By Tracey Ann Schofield

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    Learn about the citizens, politics, daily life, food, music, drama, sports, literature, architecture, fashion, medicine and more! In comparing this fascinating civilization to the present day, students will develop an appreciation for the enormous contributions ancient Romans made to modern life. Innovative group and individual projects engage students in investigations about military strategy, superstitions, the marketplace, Roman cuisine and much more! Unique source materials add to the wealth of information included in this outstanding resource!
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCCP Interactive
    Release dateJan 9, 2008
    ISBN9781773449210
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