An informative guide for budding Roman soldiers, this handbook gives an insider's view of what it was like to fight in the Roman army. All of the gruesome truths of life in the Roman army are revealed including what soldiers used to eat, what they used to wear and how they lived. This title includes helpful soldiering tips on how to clean armour before and after battle and how to hold a sword and shield. Witty illustrations complement the text creating a friendly and accessible introduction to Roman history.

 

There are 80 pages in this book. This is a handbook. A handbook is a single-volume reference book of compact size that provides concise factual information on a specific subject, organized systematically for quick and easy access. Statistical information is often published in handbook form (example: Statistical Handbook on the American Family). Some handbooks are published serially (CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics). This book was published 2009 by Usborne Publishing Ltd .