Gladiators Book - ISBN 9781583415351 - Ancient Roman History & Battles for History Enthusiasts & Students

A compelling look at gladiators, including the history of gladiatorial sports, gladiators' lifestyle, their weapons, and how they remain a part of today's culture through books and film.

Part of the series

Barbarians. Conquistadors. Mongols. Vikings. They hailed from different eras and different corners of the globe--from the expanses of Europe to the steppes of Asia to the seas of Scandinavia--but all were Fearsome Fighters. This richly illustrated series looks at some of history's most famous combatants, examining how they arose, fought, lived, and faded into history. Whether they battled for treasure, honor, or survival, this series spotlights the fighting traits that made them seem larger than life.