Our Little Roman Cousin of Long Ago

by Julia Darrow Cowles


Description:  Through the story of Marcus and his growth to manhood in the closing days of the Roman Republic, we discover much about life and customs in ancient Rome. We accompany Marcus as he learns his lessons in school, joins his father on a trip to the Senate, pays a visit to his father's farm, and watches the triumph of a victorious general. The crowning moment comes when Marcus assumes the toga, the mark of a Roman citizen.


Additional information:

Ages:  8-10
Length:  84 pages
Format:  Paperback, Ebook
Illustrations:  Black and white
Year published:  2010
ISBN:  978-1-59915-285-1
Genres:  History, Ancient History

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Table of Contents

1. Going to School
2. Lessons 
3. Marcus' Home 
4. At Dinner 
5. The Vestal Offering 
6. A Roman Girl 
7. The Funeral Procession 
8. The Gift of a Book 
9. In the Senate 

10. On the Farm
11. The Return to Rome 
12. On the Appian Way 
13. Marcus Enters Grammar School 
14. The Festival of Violets 
15. Marcus, the Torch-Bearer 
16. The Chariot Race 
17. The Victorious General 
18. Marcus, the Man

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