Description

The City of the Seven Hills: A Book of Stories from the History of Ancient Rome is a historical book written by Caroline Hirst Harding and published in 1898. The book is a collection of stories that tell the history of ancient Rome, focusing on the city's seven hills. The stories cover a wide range of topics, including the founding of Rome, the rise of the Roman Republic, the Punic Wars, and the reigns of Julius Caesar and Augustus. The book is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it suitable for both adults and children. It is illustrated with black and white drawings and maps that help to bring the stories to life. The author has done extensive research to ensure that the book is historically accurate, and she provides notes and references for readers who want to learn more.Overall, The City of the Seven Hills is an informative and entertaining book that provides a fascinating insight into the history of ancient Rome. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in Roman history or who wants to learn more about this fascinating period in human history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.