Yuma Public Library

This title highlights major destinations within Italy and the people who shape the nation's culture. Readers will learn about the geography, wildlife, history, people, and economy of Italy, gaining an understanding of what life looks like in the country today.

Text, maps, illustrations, charts, tables, and chronologies depict the history, society, and political life of ancient Rome and its vast empire.

"Engaging images accompany information about Craco. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Presents a child's perspective on the Renaissance in Italy including daily life, clothing, education, science, art, and music.

"At one time, Rome was the center of the world. From there, the Roman Empire once spanned three continents. Over the centuries, modern Italy grew to make Rome its capital, bringing a new sense of unity to the people, along with influences from around that long-dead empire, evidence of which is all around the visitor to Rome. Inside, visit this vibrant city where the past is always just around the corner, but never holds back an exciting future,"--page...