{"product_id":"black-magic-baby-james-coverley-9798348542535","title":"Black Magic Baby","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave you ever wondered about the mysteries of ancient Rome? Was Nero truly mad? How could a slave earn their freedom? And did the Romans really practice black magic?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Black Magic Baby, acclaimed Roman historian James Coverley takes you on a journey through the questions you've always wanted to ask about the ancient world. Based on his popular Substack newsletter, where he answers readers' most curious questions, this book dives into the fascinating, quirky, and often overlooked details of Roman life. With a storyteller's flair and a historian's precision, Coverley blends rigorous research with a touch of humour, making history accessible and entertaining for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the madness of emperors to the lives of everyday Romans, Black Magic Baby explores: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Nero's reign became synonymous with chaos-and whether he deserved it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe surprising ways slaves could gain their freedom in ancient Rome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe truth behind Roman rituals and the rumours of black magic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Romans proved their citizenship-and why it mattered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow did the shave?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow did they deal with body odour?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow many gods did they worship?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for casual readers and history buffs alike, this book is a treasure trove of surprising facts and fresh perspectives. Whether you're a fan of ancient history or just love a good story, Black Magic Baby will leave you with answers to the questions you never thought to ask-and a newfound appreciation for the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the secrets of Rome-one question at a time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e James Coverley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798348542535\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e James Coverley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/16\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 282\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.84lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d","brand":"James Coverley","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48800910147839,"sku":"9798348542535","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/black-magic-baby-james-coverley-9798348542535","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}