Part of an international series of amply illustrated, colorful, small size books for children ages 5 to 10, this volume describes in text and illustrations various aspects of daily life in ancient Rome. The social life and customs of the people are depicted. How a Roman citizen spent an average day, the dress, food, entertainment, what kind of schooling was offered and to whom, and government practices are outlined. The book describes what the lives of children were like a thousand years ago in Rome. (NL)