A fact-filled treasury on ancient Rome celebrates the lesser-known daily realities of the period, such as what the Britons used to make their hair spiky and why rich Romans needed vomitoriums.
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By D Ferris
Format:Paperback
This books are wonderful. They make learning history fun and cool. It combines jokes, historical facts and funny information in a great easy-to-read package. My 4th grader loves the whole series. Both reluctant readers and history lovers will enjoy the breezy way history is told in these books. Ideal for 3rd-5th graders and even middle school students. Great as gifts or for a classroom. Too bad all history books aren't this fun!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I was very excited when I first about the "Horrible Histories" series. But, after reading the "Rotten Romans," I question the historic accuracy of the series. I do not claim to be an expert on Romans, but I have taught the topic for 8+ years (although I'm sure Mr. Deary would not consider me anything but an morron considering his references to teachers in this book)and I have found some incorrect items, example: the Romans used the "thumbs down" for life and the "thumbs up" for death not the reverse, as Mr. Deary says in the book. Read it for fun not for historical research.
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
The Rotten Romans has very good jokes. It has poems written by Roman poets in it. It has got all about the Celts and Roman feasts. It is beautifully written. It also has amazing facts about Boudicca and Roman baths.
(Jack Boardman)
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Excellent Book!
I have read nearly all of the books in the Horrible Histories Series and I love them! The reader is drawn into the world of the Romans and is given truthful information on all of... Read more
Published on April 3 2002 by Geri Rinna
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GGGGGGGREAT book!
This was the first horrible history book I got, and I got it when I was in Britain. I fell in love with this book, it was soo funny I had to get more. Read more
Published on July 3 2001
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Rotten Romans
It is really good. I did not Know much about ancient rome before I read it. Emporer Nero killed his mom.Show it to your teacher shes not as smart as she thinks!
Published on May 26 2001
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Fun, but not very educational
Terry Deary takes a humorous look at Ancient Rome, and it is enjoyable, but I don't think it deserves the kudos that most people are giving it. Read more
Published on Oct 20 2000
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You have to read this book. It is a must have.
This Horrible Histories book is about the Romans (who were rotten.)How long you'd be in the army, what rewards you'd get in the army and all that stuff.I won't tell you the rest. Read more
Published on Oct 3 2000
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fun
this is a real fun book and a easy way for children to learn about history. those who find history boring will find this interesting. Read more
Published on April 7 2000
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The Rotten Romans Rule
The Rotten Romans is a really good book if you're learning about ancient Rome, or anytime you need a good book. Read more
Published on Jan 27 2000
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An Excellent Description of Life in Ancient Rome
Terry Deary's "The Rotten Roman's" makes learning about Ancient Romans for the younger generation easy! Read more
Published on Jan 6 2000 by "the_jooster"
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Absoloulty Hilarious
This book is soooo funny that you'll forget that your actually learning something. 5 stars all the way!
Published on Sep 22 1999
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Fantastic!
Terry Deary is just fascinating. Boring history turned into wonderful history after reading his books. A humourous, fun and lovable writer. Read more
Published on Sep 4 1999
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