An emerging empire - From its mythical beginning, find out how Rome rose to Kingdom, Republic and then Empire.
Life in ancient Rome - From the Senate to the streets, from luxurious baths to exploited slaves, discover what life was like for the rich and poor.
Rulers of Rome - Learn about the many rulers and important players of Rome: merciless Caesar, Mark Antony, Pompey the Great and divine Augustus.
The mighty battles - The power and legacy of Rome's army remains today, from Egypt to England.
Also inside... - Romulus - Punic Wars - Ruling Rome - Caesar and the conquest of Gaul - Assassination of Caesar - Civil war - Augustus, the first Emperor - Roman way of life - Slavery - The Roman underworld - Mighty legions - The legacy of Rome