A fun, yet informative series that offers a chance to delve deep into a wide range of fascinating subjects from nature, history, and science. Full-color, fun, and crammed with facts, DK's Secret Worlds take a fresh look at familiar subjects with brilliant results! Kids age 9 and up can delve into a wide range of subjects from nature to history to science for researching school projects, sating a curious appetite, or just for the love of reading. Tried-and-tested Web sites and a Mega-reference section are just two of the innovative features that will keep kids and parents coming back for more. Priced to collect, these dramatically designed books are a valuable addition to any child's bookshelf.
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Grade 5-8-While the subtitle rather than the title more accurately reflects this book's content, Malam does a superb job of examining life in ancient Rome. Replete with color illustrations that depict art, homes, and dress, the layout resembles a newspaper. "Weird World" boxes give additional facts, and "Log On" spots provide Web-site addresses. Malam covers the rise of Rome, emperors, daily life, and the empire's mysterious fall. He devotes two chapters to the gladiators' dichotomous lives as both revered and reviled men who were often prisoners of war, criminals, or slaves forced to attend school, where they learned their trade-killing. They enjoyed considerable fame and glory, but only as long as they survived, which was no small feat. Throughout, the conversational tone makes the reading memorable, and the detailed "Reference Section" is handy for reports. Libraries in need of material on the topic will be served well by this title.
Laura Glaser, Euless Junior High School, TX
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
Laura Glaser, Euless Junior High School, TX
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
About the Author
John Malam is a best-selling children's author who has written over 100 books. He is also a trained archaeologist. Consultant, Guy de la Bedoyere is a TV presenter, consultant, author and a renowned expert on Roman Britain.
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John Malam attended the University of Birmingham before working in publishing. He is now a writer and editor with over 20 years experience in producing books for children. He lives in Cheshire with his family.
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