This book interweaves the story of the construction of this remarkable edifice with the sobering tale of the "games"" that went on inside it. In doing so, it reveals an entire civilisation in all its genius and brutality. This is the story of the world's most famous stadium and its deadly games. It is illustrated throughout with detailed colour artwork by Michael Racz. It also features historic artwork, archive photographs, gatefold illustrations, timelines, glossary, maps and index. ""Wonders of the World"" - the award-winning series that tells the stories behind humanity's most extraordinary creations."

 

This book is part of a book series called Wonders Of the World .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published 2006 by Firefly Books Ltd .

This is Elizabeth Mann 's eighth Wonder of the World Book , the award winning series cited by Booklist as one of the ten best nonfiction series for young readers.