In ancient Rome, in the aftermath of a famine, the common people, or plebeians, demand the right to set their own price for the city's grain supply. In response to their protests, the ruling aristocracy, or patricians, grant the plebeians five representatives, or tribunes--a decision that provokes the ire of the proud patrician soldier Caius Martius, who has nothing but contempt for the lower classes. At this time,
The Brave Tin Soldier is a nice collection of short stories by Clifton Johnson. The book in the series of Bedtime Wonder Tales is made up of favourite stories from the folklore of all nations. Such stories are particularly enjoyed by children from four to twelve years old.
Attractively illustrated, this book offers a fascinating look at the life of the Roman soldier, drawing on everything from Rome's rich historical and archaeological record to soldier's personal correspondence to depictions of military subjects in literature and art.
