From Ostia to Alexandria with Flavia Gemina (The Roman Mysteries) [Paperback]

Caroline Lawrence (Author)

Book Description

Series: The Roman Mysteries | Publication Date: May 1, 2008

From Morocco to Libya, from Ostia to Surrentum—Caroline Lawrence has traveled widely to give the Roman Mysteries unrivaled authenticity among historical novels. Her research trips have yielded a dazzling array of insights that allow Caroline to vividly reimagine the ancient world and to bring her characters and stories to life. This book gathers together anecdotes, factual information, and advice for children and their families looking to explore exotic locations, as well as offering compelling background to the real world behind the bestselling Roman Mysteries novels.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'Caroline Lawrence is a determined woman, and she may well be the one to get me to go to Rome or Greece. At least, if I ever have the time. Her new guide book From Ostia to Alexandria with Flavia Gemina makes for tempting reading. Despite few photos the book manages to sell Ostia and Greece and North Africa in a way most glossy travel supplements fail to do.' BOOKWITCH

About the Author

Caroline Lawrence grew up in California and went to England when she won a scholarship to Cambridge to study classical archaeology, which she followed with a degree in Hebrew and Jewish studies at the University of London. She is the author of The Roman Mysteries, which has been turned into a television series for BBC.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 12 and up
  
• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Orion Children's Books (May 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1842556657
• ISBN-13: 978-1842556658
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,452,869 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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