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80 pp.
| Getty
| September, 2009
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TradeISBN 978-0-89236-986-7$14.95
(3)
YA
Readers curious about ancient Roman daily life will be satisfied by this volume. The text is organized by people's stations in society--from kings to charioteers, children and slaves--and also explains how each group fit into the whole of the culture. The many photographs of Roman architecture, art, and artifacts (most from the British Museum's collection) help bring the ancient culture to life. Reading list. Ind.