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Famous Men of Rome (Illustrated) Paperback - 2014

Name: Famous Men of Rome (Illustrated)
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Author: Haaren, John Henry
ISBN: 9781482037944

by A. B. Poland; John Henry Haaren

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"Famous Men of Rome" features 29 stories covering the history of Rome from its founding to the last emperor. You will read about the lives of Horatius, Camillus, Caesar, Cicero, and many others. The biographies of "Famous Men of Rome" are in chronological order and the whole book will bring you through the three stages of Ancient Rome: monarchy, republic, and empire. Although women are not the "famous" individuals listed in the book, the notable women of the time definitely play roles in the stories. "Famous Men of Rome" is faithful to this vision of learning history through biography. The chapters cover 11 centuries, from the legendary founding of Rome to its slow unraveling in the early centuries after Christ. Each chapter is a fascinating read.

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Title Famous Men of Rome (Illustrated)
Author A. B. Poland; John Henry Haaren
Binding Paperback
Pages 176
Volumes 1
Language ENG
Publisher Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Publication date 2014-02
Illustrated Yes
ISBN 9781482037944 / 1482037947
Weight 0.54 lbs (0.24 kg)
Dimensions 9 x 6 x 0.38 in (22.86 x 15.24 x 0.97 cm)
Category Children's Books/All Ages

About the author

John Henry Haaren (1855-1916) was an American educator and historian. John Haaren studied under Prof. N. M. Butler at Columbia University, 1889-91, before becoming a teacher in New York. In 1907 he became Associate Superintendent of Schools in New York, increasing the number and efficiency of kindergartens and starting classes to teach English to foreigners. Haaren was president of the department of pedagogy in the Brooklyn Institute. Haaren High School (which was located on 10th Avenue between 58th and 59th Streets in Manhattan) was named in his honor. The Charles B. J. Snyder-designed school which was initially DeWitt Clinton High School is now Haaren Hall on the campus of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Haaren wrote a several history books which are still appreciated today, of which this is one.

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