Young readers are given an entertaining introduction to ancient Rome, through A to Z topics including: Archaeologists, Building (Pantheon, roads, highways), Emperor (Augustus), Jupiter and Juno (Roman gods), Naval Activities (Mediterranean Sea), Republic, Urban Life (Circus Maximus, The Forum) Volcano (Pompeii), and Water (aqueducts). Juhasz illustrations take difficult-to-illustrate subject matter and make it understandable and interesting for kids.