The Complete Illustrated History of Ancient Rome: A boxed set of two encyclopedias: A chronicle of political and military history and a guide to art, ... everyday life, in more than 920 photographs.

For six centuries Rome ruled almost the whole known world. These two books chronicle the fascinating story of one of the greatest historical periods: The Rise and Fall of Ancient Rome examines the warfare, government, conquests and leadership of ancient Rome, and Life in Ancient Rome explores how people lived during this period. Beautifully illustrated with over 920 photographs, illustrations, maps, and battleplans.