1025 results for 'Aurelius, Emperor of Rome Marcus'

Treatises on Friendship and Old Age by Marcus Tullius Cicero offers insights into the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of growing older. Written by one of Rome's most renowned...

Rachel Roddy's Two Kitchens brings together the flavours and stories of Rome and Sicily in a collection of authentic Italian recipes. For twelve years, food-writer and cook Rachel has immersed...

Axe-wielding barbarian Ulrich seeks vengeance against those who destroyed his home and killed his family. His quest leads him to form an unlikely alliance with Tau, a freed African slave, Ima, a...

The Mysteries of Mithras: A History and Legacy of Ancient Rome's Most Mysterious Religious Cult The cult of Mithras, a god worshipped by Roman legionaries, has long been shrouded in mystery. Despite...

The Poison King: The Life and Legend of Mithradates, Rome's Deadliest Enemy by Adrienne Mayor. This biography tells the story of Mithradates, a king who defied the Roman Empire with his military...

The Falcon of Sparta is a gripping adventure based on an epic true story. In 401 BC, the Persian king Artaxerxes rules an empire stretching from the Aegean to northern India, with an estimated fifty...

The Punic Wars: A Captivating Guide to the First, Second, and Third Punic Wars Between Rome and Carthage. The Punic Wars were a series of conflicts between ancient Carthage and Rome that shaped the...

This is a brilliant and funny look at life in ancient Rome from a kid's perspective. Packed with historical facts, the book offers a fascinating insight into what daily life was really like for...

The Inheritance of Rome: A History of Europe from 400 to 1000 A new perspective on European history, challenging the traditional view of a 'dark age' following the decline of the Roman Empire. This...

The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Ghoul in the School Join Marcus and his friends as they solve another mystery in this spooky adventure. The basketball team has had a streak of bad luck, and Marcus...

Rome is where the heart is. After years of maintaining her public image, pop star Amelia Rose is burned out and needs a break. Inspired by her favourite film, she drives to Rome, Kentucky, for a...

In "River of Gold: Empire XI", Anthony Riches crafts a gripping tale of war and survival in ancient Egypt. After saving the emperor's life in Rome, Marcus and his comrades are sent to the wealthy...

Discover the authentic Rome beyond the crowds and clichés. With three decades of experience guiding visitors through the Eternal City, Corinna Cooke shares her expert knowledge to create a unique and...

The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Beast Beyond the Fence is an exciting and mysterious adventure full of fun-filled friendships and incredible investigations. When Marcus kicks his favourite soccer...

Hadrian's Wall: The History and Construction of Ancient Rome's Most Famous Defensive FortificationThe Romans were master builders, and much of what they built has stood the test of time. One of their...

The Sasanian Empire at War: Persia, Rome, and the Rise of Islam, 224-651 This comprehensive study examines the military history of the Sasanian Empire, a vast and influential empire that spanned from...

Britain After Rome: The Fall and Rise, 400-1070 by Robin Fleming The discovery of a vast hoard of gold military objects in Staffordshire has shed new light on the mysterious world of 7th and 8th...

Detective Inspector Marnie Rome is a rising star in the ranks, known for her dependability and fierce determination. But beneath her polished exterior, she harbours secrets she refuses to share with...

The Roman Special Forces and Special Ops Speculatores, Exploratores, Protectores and Areani in the Service of Rome by Simon Elliott. This book sheds new light on the lesser-known units employed by...

The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Phantom Thief Join Marcus and his friends as they solve a spooky mystery. A mysterious figure is stealing from clubs all over Rutherford High, leaving a strange...

Tom Marcus's Defend or Die is a gripping thriller that sees the Blindeye team take down a terrifying threat to UK national security. When intelligence suggests a Kremlin-backed terror attack is...

You Can Do It: How to Find Your Voice and Make a DifferenceEven the smallest actions can have a significant impact. This inspiring book, written by Marcus Rashford MBE and Carl Anka, shows that your...

The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Treasure Hunt Monster is a spooky illustrated adventure that follows the mystery-solving exploits of a group of friends. When a treasure hunt is announced at...

The human mind has evolved into a makeshift solution, a clumsy construction that somehow works. Gary Marcus argues that our brains are imperfect and ill-adapted to the modern world, where short-term...

Julius Agricola has almost conquered Britannia, but a jealous Emperor recalls him to Rome. As a result, the fate of the province hangs in the balance. Marcus' Horse and the Batavian auxiliaries must...

Heroes: How to Turn Inspiration into ActionA book that shines a light on the people who have inspired Marcus Rashford throughout his life, from well-known historical figures to modern-day unsung...

The Roman Army: A History and Legacy of the Military that Revolutionized Ancient Warfare and Made Rome a Global Empire The Roman army is one of the most famous fighting forces in history, forged from...

Jay Sarno built two path-breaking Las Vegas casinos, Caesars Palace (1966) and Circus Circus (1968), and planned but did not build a third, the Grandissimo. This ambitious project would have marked...

The Pirate King of Roman Britain: Carausius and the Fourth Roman Invasion In the mid-3rd century AD, Roman Britain's regional fleet vanished from history. The North Sea and English Channel were soon...

Elsa Morante was a woman of remarkable spirit and talent, born into a family of modest means in 1912. Her independent nature and fierce commitment to writing defined her life, and she went on to...

Seventy-five-year-old Ronnie has reinvented herself in the beautiful city of Rome, leaving her troubled past behind. She now helps women rediscover themselves through a series of challenges in her...

Thinking Better: The Art of the Shortcut by Marcus du Sautoy Discover the power of shortcuts in mathematics and everyday life. Oxford mathematician Marcus du Sautoy explores how shortcuts have...

The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Headless Ghost Join Marcus and his friends as they solve a spooky mystery that's threatening to ruin the school play. Strange things are happening in the dressing...

Their Questions, Your Answers: A Revolutionary Approach to Inbound Sales, Content Marketing, and Today's Digital ConsumerIn today's digital age, traditional sales funnels are no longer effective...

Powerful Leaders? explores how church leaders are tempted away from a biblical model of leadership into illegitimate use of authority and power. Director of Living Leadership, Marcus Honeysett,...

A comprehensive visual reference to the fighting men of the Roman World is presented in this illustrated encyclopedia. With over 670 expert images, it covers the military dress, weaponry, artillery,...

This textbook supports the specification for AS and A-Level Ancient History (first teaching September 2017) and guides you through the use of power and politics in the Roman Senate and Imperial court...

A Survey of Matrix Theory and Matrix Inequalities by Marvin Marcus and Henryk Minc is a comprehensive textbook that presents a wide range of topics in matrix theory in a concise and accessible format...

The West's rise to global dominance was a remarkable phenomenon, but its decline is equally striking. Over the past few centuries, the West has experienced a dramatic shift from power to stagnation...

The Border Wolves A new and deadly threat has emerged on the Danube, threatening the Roman Empire's stability. Correus and Flavius, brothers and leaders, must use their experience and trust in each...

The story of how a couple of regular guys turned a small idea into a retail giant is a fascinating tale of entrepreneurship and determination. Bernie Marcus and Arthur Blank, two men who had just...

The Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is a collection of personal reflections on how to live a wise and virtuous life. Written in a clear and rational style, these aphorisms offer insights into the...

The Power of Rolfing (SI) What Rolfing (SI) Will Do for You Rolfing Structural Integration (SI) is a soft tissue manipulation technique that can transform both our physical bodies and our lives. By...

The Roman Empire: A Very Short Introduction by Christopher Kelly The Roman Empire was a vast and complex entity, spanning across the Mediterranean and encompassing a population of sixty million...

The LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia is a comprehensive guide to the vast array of LEGO minifigures from the Star Wars universe. This updated edition features a vast collection of characters,...

Trained to fight, but not to survive. As a member of Julius Caesar's palace, Marcus is tasked with teaching the ways of the street to a young boy. But when a plot to murder Caesar comes to light,...

Rome, 61 BC. Marcus Cornelius Primus is a young man with a new life, one of brutal training and strict rules as a gladiator. But his past refuses to stay buried. His father's murder and his mother's...

On Duties, the magnum opus of Marcus Tullius Cicero, is a clear and thoughtful exploration of the well-lived life. Written in a style that is both accessible and compelling, this work deals with the...

A Real Case Against the Jews by Marcus Eli Ravage First published in 1918, this article presents a provocative argument about the role of Jews in society. Written by a Jewish author, it was...

Around the World in 80 Games: A Mathematician Unlocks the Secrets of the Greatest Games Award-winning mathematician Marcus du Sautoy explores the maths behind the games we love and why we love to...

The Music of the Primes: Why an Unsolved Problem in Mathematics Matters The story of prime numbers is one of obsession and discovery, driven by brilliant minds and a thirst for knowledge. In 1859,...

Sara's life has lost its zest after a series of difficult events. Trapped in a unhappy marriage, struggling to balance her responsibilities as a mother and a wife, and feeling suffocated by her job,...

The Complete History of the Palestinian People offers a unique and comprehensive look at 4000 years of Palestinian history, culture, art, and contributions to the world. This extensive and colorful...

Meditations is a collection of personal reflections and philosophical musings from Marcus Aurelius' life. Spanning 12 chapters, this work chronicles significant moments in his life and provides...

A Torch Against the Night is a heart-pounding fantasy that follows Laia and Elias as they embark on a perilous mission to save Laia's brother. After the events of the Fourth Trial, they must outsmart...

The Illustrated A-Z Of Classic Mythology brings together the three outstanding traditions of Europe: Classical Greek and Roman mythology, Celtic folklore, and Norse mythology. This comprehensive...

Find comfort and guidance in the wisdom of ancient Stoic philosophers.These selections from the works of Epictetus, Seneca, and Marcus Aurelius offer timeless advice on how to face life's challenges...

Around the World in Eighty Games: A Mathematician Unlocks the Secrets of the Greatest Games Mathematics and games have been intertwined for millennia, with games providing some of the first...

Lessons in Stoicism explores the timeless philosophy of living a good life. By examining the key ideas of three great Roman Stoics - Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius - philosopher John Sellars...

The Colosseum is a monument to the brutal spectacle of warfare in Imperial Rome. This iconic arena, which once hosted 50,000 spectators, has a complex and fascinating history that spans centuries...

The Historia Augusta: Maximus and Balbinus is a unique window into the lives of Roman emperors from Hadrian to Carinus. This collection of thirty books offers a detailed Latin source for historians,...

The eighth book in Anthony Riches' Empire sequence takes Centurion Marcus Aquila and his Tungrian legion on a perilous mission to the heart of the Parthian empire. Ordered east, they are tasked with...

The Day of the Caesars is a gripping tale of power struggle and military challenge set against the tumultuous backdrop of ancient Rome. When the Emperor Claudius dies, Rome is plunged into turmoil,...

The Jewish War Revised Edition by Flavius Josephus and Betty Radice is a meticulously detailed account of the Jewish rebellion against Rome between AD 66 and 70. Originally a rebel leader, Josephus...

The Lives of the Caesars presents a provocative succession of portraits of the Roman emperors from Julius Caesar to Domitian. Suetonius' biographies are known for their anecdotal and salacious...

Jesus, the central figure of Christianity, was allegedly created by a Roman emperor. Joseph Atwill's book "Caesar's Messiah" explores this theory, examining the historical writings of Flavius...

Robert Graves's I, Claudius is a masterful historical novel that brings to life the intrigue of ancient Rome. Written in the form of Claudius' autobiography, this gripping tale follows the fortunes...

Step back in time to Ancient Rome and discover the stories of everyday people who lived, worked, and played during that time. From a young slave boy to a fierce gladiator, a musician to a wealthy...

Storm of War: Empire XIII by Anthony Riches A new civil war has begun in the Roman Empire, as three generals vie for the throne. Marcus Aquila and his allies launch a daring attack into enemy...

The Vandalic Wars by ProcopiusA unique and intimate account of the Roman Military and its Emperor Justinian, this work provides a fascinating insight into the Eastern Roman Empire during the 6th...

The writings of the early Christian Fathers offer a unique window into the development of Christian doctrine in the Roman Empire. This collection, revised and published in 1969, brings together the...

Written as a letter from the Roman Emperor Hadrian to his successor, this novel offers a unique glimpse into the life and thoughts of one of history's most fascinating rulers.Through a series of...

The Letters of the Younger Pliny offers a unique glimpse into life in Imperial Rome through the personal letters of Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus, better known as Pliny the Younger.Written to a...

The final year of World War II saw the Allied forces steadily gain ground in the Mediterranean skies. Despite the withdrawal of units to more demanding areas, the Anglo-American powers continued to...

The Pocket Stoic by John Sellars provides a concise introduction to the lives and thought of the key Stoics, offering a practical guide to incorporating Stoicism into everyday life. Stoicism, a...

Ward Farnsworth's The Practicing Stoic offers a unique and practical guide to Stoic philosophy, presenting the core principles in twelve lessons. By exploring the wisdom of ancient Stoics such as...

The Aeneid tells the story of Aeneas, a survivor of the sack of Troy, and his seven year journey to Italy, where he founded Rome. This epic poem is a tale of defeat and exile, of love and war.Written...

The Gothic War by Procopius This book is a unique and intimate account of the Roman Military and its Emperor Justinian, written by Procopius, a historian who witnessed many key events firsthand. Born...

Ryan Holiday's latest work explores the importance of doing the right thing, even when it's difficult. He argues that a strong sense of justice is essential for living a courageous, wise, and...

The Ruthless Romans brings you a fresh take on history's most horrible headlines. Discover foul facts about ancient Rome, including which emperor enjoyed eating camel's heels and the terrible twins...

Roman Lives: A Selection of Eight Lives by Plutarch This collection of eight biographies offers a unique insight into the lives of the most influential figures in classical Rome. Plutarch's prose is...

The Lives of the Later Caesars: Augustan History, Part 1; Lives of Nerva and Trajan This enigmatic work, written in the late fourth century, is our main source of information about the Roman emperors...

The Oxford History of the Roman World tells the story of Rome's rise from its origins as a cluster of villages to the foundation of the Roman Empire by Augustus, and its consolidation in the first...

Imperium: A Novel of Ancient Rome by Robert Harris In the tumultuous world of ancient Rome, one figure stood out for his exceptional talent and ambition: Marcus Cicero. A brilliant lawyer, orator,...

Carl Phillips's My Trade Is Mystery offers a unique perspective on the writing life, drawing on forty years of teaching and mentoring emerging writers. In these intimate and eloquent meditations,...

Set in the twilight years of Rome's once powerful empire, The Barbarian is a gripping historical novel. AD 406, Roman cavalry commander Marcus Flavius Victor and a small band of loyal warriors embark...

The story of Antinoos and Hadrian is one of love, loyalty, and sacrifice. In 130 AD, the body of a young man was found on the banks of the Nile, sparking a mystery that would last for centuries...

This textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for AS and A-Level Classical Civilisation (first teaching September 2017). It guides students to a greater understanding of the key...

A race for the stolen phallus of a nameless god Phallos is a novel by Samuel R. Delany, set during the reign of the Roman emperor Hadrian. The story follows the search for a powerful artifact, a...

Marius' Mules I The Invasion of Gaul by S. J. A. Turney is a gripping historical novel that explores the complexities of loyalty, power, and politics in ancient Rome. In 58 BC, the Tenth Legion...

The Story of the World #2 Middle Ages History For The Classical Child is a comprehensive history series for elementary students. This second volume in the four-part narrative history series provides...

The Story of the World #2 Middle Ages History for the Classical Child is a comprehensive history series for elementary students. This second volume in the four-part narrative history series weaves...

A Reaper at the Gates is the third book in a New York Times bestselling fantasy series. The story unfolds within the Martial Empire, where the threat of war looms ever larger. Helene Aquilla, the...

Discover the grandeur of London's great churches in this beautifully illustrated guidebook. Renowned photographer Derry Brabbs brings the city's most remarkable examples of religious architecture to...

The Daily Stoic 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman This daily devotional offers 366 days of Stoic insights and exercises, featuring...

Big Cats Loose in Britain is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the big cat phenomenon in Britain. The book delves into the body of anecdotal evidence, including sightings, livestock kills,...

Cooking with Nettles is a comprehensive guide to using this versatile ingredient in your cooking. For centuries, nettles have been a common food in various parts of the world, including Nepal, India,...

The Rainbow Fish is a beautifully illustrated story about a fish with iridescent scales who learns that true beauty comes from sharing with others. With its striking foil stamping and glittering...

Challenge your brain with Arrow - Number, a logic puzzle from Nikoli. The aim is to blacken some cells according to simple rules: black cells must not be connected, white cells must form a continuous...

Zoe finds herself alone and desperate in a world where England is covered in water. She manages to rescue a derelict boat from the mud and escapes to a small island, but danger lurks around every...