British Museum: So You Think You've Got It Bad? A Kid's Life in Ancient Rome

Authors: Chae Strathie & Marisa Morea

Ancient Rome | BCE to c 500 CE | Interest age: from c 7 years | History & the past: general interest (Children's / Teenage) | Humour & jokes (Children's / Teenage)

Published on 9^th January 2020 by Nosy Crow Ltd in the United Kingdom as part of the 'So You Think You've Got It Bad?' series.

Paperback / softback | 64 pages
289mm x 220mm x 6mm | 358g

Part of Nosy Crow's list of publishing in collaboration with the British Museum and developed in consultation with one of the world's leading experts on Ancient Rome. This has witty, carefully researched text, packed with historical facts, by award-winning author Chae Strathie, brought to life with rich, humorous illustrations by super-talented Marisa Morea.

Written by award-winning author Chae Strathie and developed in consultation with experts from the British Museum, this fascinating book reveals what life was really like for kids in ancient Rome, from washing clothes in wee to snacking on dormice . . . and even fighting in gladiatorial combat! Packed with facts and fantastic illustrations, this funny and accessible introduction to ancient Rome is a must-read for kids with a passion for horrible history.