{"product_id":"the-compendium-of-roman-history-james-coverley-9798330602834","title":"The Compendium of Roman History","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Compendium of Roman History: Your Darkly Humorous Guide to Ancient Rome\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncient Rome as you've never seen it before-brutal, fascinating, and with a side of humor as sharp as a gladiator's blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith over 340 pages of vividly told tales, \u003cem\u003eThe Compendium of Roman History\u003c\/em\u003e delves into the glory, madness, and might of one of history's most notorious civilizations. From the bizarre to the terrifying, this book offers a wickedly fun and unfiltered journey through the Roman Empire's rise and fall, capturing all the blood-soaked, bone-rattling chaos you could hope for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere's what readers are saying: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Excellent wordsmith, always a fascinating and eloquent read. Highly recommend!\" - CC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"My husband approves. A great read!\" - JS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"One of my top five current favorite authors.\" - AD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Superb pub trivia, right there!\" - JJ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's inside?\u003c\/strong\u003e Ancient Rome first appeared in the 8th Century BC, swaggering onto the world stage like a civilization that could barely keep itself in check. Drawing inspiration from the Etruscans, the Romans began their reign with a thirst for conquest, inventing jaw-dropping temples, terrifying gods, and questionable political maneuvers. As they set out to dominate the Mediterranean, they left a legacy of brutality, genius, and insanity that still fascinates-and horrifies-today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis compendium isn't just history; it's a whirlwind of weird gods, mind-bending inventions, and emperors with egos bigger than their armies. Brace yourself for stories of: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElephants in the Alps and emperors struck by lightning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark curses and black-magic babies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe brutal murders that shaped the Empire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngenious (and occasionally absurd) inventions still standing today\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBizarre traditions and unthinkable practices that could make even the gods blush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for an accurate yet irreverent account of the Empire's rise and fall-where politics, violence, and a good bit of madness meet-then look no further. Whether you're a history buff or just someone who enjoys a darker, funnier take on the past, \u003cem\u003eThe Compendium of Roman History\u003c\/em\u003e offers a compelling look at one of the world's most complex and fascinating societies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to uncover the brutal truths and bizarre quirks of Ancient Rome? Order your copy now to explore history's most fascinating empire in all its darkly humorous and uncensored glory.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e James Coverley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798330602834\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e James Coverley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/24\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 342\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.01lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.71d","brand":"James Coverley","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48851293044991,"sku":"9798330602834","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-compendium-of-roman-history-james-coverley-9798330602834","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}