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The legacy of Ancient Rome shapes the world we inhabit today. The history of Rome - as a tiny primitive kingdom, as an ever-growing republic, as a world-ruling empire dominating the known world - is still influential.

The first half of this book focuses on the political and military history of Rome. The assassination of Julius Caesar, Nero fiddling while Rome burns, the building of Hadrian's Wall - the truth behind these and many other events are revealed in this account of the rise and fall of a mighty empire.

The second part of the book focuses on Rome's influence on the development of world art, architecture and society.

William Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar' is a masterful exploration of political intrigue and moral ambiguity, set against the backdrop of ancient Rome.

Detailed drawings of the Colosseum and other World Heritage buildings reveal Roman techniques and architectural styles. Ancient letters, records and artworks are used to show how real people lived and worked during one of the cultural peaks of world history.

With its magnificent combination of photographs, plans and illustrations, and an authoritat