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Title:
Romulus
Makers of History
Note: Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Romulus" by Jacob Abbott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work is part of a series titled "Makers of History," which aims to recount the lives of significant historical figures. The focus of this particular volume is on Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome, and it emphasizes the importance of understanding the origins of this great city through the lens of myth and history. The beginning of "Romulus" sets the stage for exploring the history and mythology surrounding the founding of Rome, starting with the tale of Cadmus and his adventures. It introduces the reader to various characters and the cultural context of ancient Italy and Greece, while discussing early concepts of storytelling and the blending of fact with fiction. The narrative discusses the significance of Romulus and the city he founded, as well as the legendary events leading to the rise of Rome, making it clear that this account draws heavily from ancient traditions and legends, creating a rich tapestry of historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Abbott, Jacob, 1803-1879
EBook No.: 27692
Published: Jan 3, 2009
Downloads: 87
Language: English
Subject: Romulus, King of Rome
Subject: Rome -- History -- To 510 B.C.
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Romulus
Makers of History
Note: Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by D. Alexander and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Romulus" by Jacob Abbott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work is part of a series titled "Makers of History," which aims to recount the lives of significant historical figures. The focus of this particular volume is on Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome, and it emphasizes the importance of understanding the origins of this great city through the lens of myth and history. The beginning of "Romulus" sets the stage for exploring the history and mythology surrounding the founding of Rome, starting with the tale of Cadmus and his adventures. It introduces the reader to various characters and the cultural context of ancient Italy and Greece, while discussing early concepts of storytelling and the blending of fact with fiction. The narrative discusses the significance of Romulus and the city he founded, as well as the legendary events leading to the rise of Rome, making it clear that this account draws heavily from ancient traditions and legends, creating a rich tapestry of historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Abbott, Jacob, 1803-1879
EBook No.: 27692
Published: Jan 3, 2009
Downloads: 87
Language: English
Subject: Romulus, King of Rome
Subject: Rome -- History -- To 510 B.C.
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.