The Compendium of Roman History

If you love Horrible Histories but wish it came with sharper wit, quirky facts, and a dash of adult humour, The Compendium of Roman History is the book for you.

James Coverley takes readers on an irreverent journey through the highs, lows, and downright bizarre moments of ancient Rome. Packed with laugh-out-loud stories, eyebrow-raising trivia, and a healthy dose of sharp commentary, this book makes the Roman world burst to life—warts, weirdness, and all.

Discover:

• The gruesome (and often ridiculous) ends of Rome’s famous rulers.
• Outlandish laws and customs that are stranger than fiction.
• The absurd excess of the rich, the grim realities of the poor, and everything in between.
• Roman Britain’s chaotic mix of rebellion and adaptation.
• Weird medical cures and bizarre curses.
• Deranged gods, lewd graffiti, and plenty more surprises.
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With sharp humour and fascinating insights, The Compendium of Roman History is perfect for history lovers, trivia buffs, and anyone curious about the messy, magnificent, and occasionally mad world of ancient Rome.