Ancient Rome for Homeschoolers
Roman Meals - What the Romans Ate
Do you think the Romans were the original bulimics with a vomitorium in every household? It may surprise you to learn most Romans ate modestly. Learn more about the Romans' foods and their diet.
Books for Roman History
A 2011 book with less than 300 pages provided the incentive for this list of books to teach you the basics of Roman history and a lot of rich detail, too. This selection of books is for advanced readers, but should give you a firm background in ancient Roman history and prepare you to study some of the specialized areas, like the Fall of Rome.
A History of Rome 4th Ed.
My review of the 4th edition of A History of Rome by Le Glay et al.
Alaric - Study Guide for Alaric
Alaric (c. 370-410), a Gothic chieftain, Arian Christian, and eventually, pillager of Rome, led the Goths under him out of the Balkans and into the Roman Empire where he sought land for their settlement.
The Republic of Rome 101
Here you'll find an outline of topics to know about Roman history from 300 B.C. to the beginning of the Roman Empire (or the Christian era), along with relevant readings in the areas.
Geography of Italy - Ancient Rome and Italian Geography
The geography of Italy included an Alpine border to the north, a ridge of Apennine Mountains running down its length dividing Italy east and west, and a n extended coastline bordered by three seas.
The Decline And Fall Of The Roman Empire Introduction
"The great work of Gibbon is indispensable to the student of history. The literature of Europe offers no substitute for "The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire." It has obtained undisputed possession, as rightful occupant, of the vast period which it comprehends."
Ancient / Classical History Glossary - Main Glossary
The Ancient / Classical History glossary is an evolving resource on people and topics in ancient history, mythology and classical literature, mostly with very brief descriptions and biographies.
Introduction to Imperial Rome
These five books -- some to keep as reference, some to read from cover to cover -- will provide you with an excellent foundation for further study of Roman imperial history to the fall of Rome in A.D. 476.
101 Roman History Terms to Know
101 hyperlinked terms or names important for ancient Roman history.
4 Periods of Roman History
The government in the Regnal, Republican and Imperial periods with links to lists showing the heads of state in each era.
Roman Gardening
Pyrrha explains how to make a Roman garden.
Roman Superstitions
Amusing Roman superstitions about various animals and herbs, and ways to obtain good luck.