Ancient Everyday: An Educational and Entertaining Look at Everyday Life in the Roman Empire
Step into the world of Ancient Rome!
Did you ever wonder what life was like in Ancient Rome? Do you want to learn more but are wary of droning lecturers and dusty classrooms? Are you looking for an escape to a more colourful, gritty, and exciting time?
Then Ancient Everyday is the book for you!
Join award-winning author and historian, Adam Alexander Haviaras, as he shares over twenty years of research to explore the world and everyday lives of ancient Romans in a way that is both fun and accessible. You will learn about aspects of daily life, entertainment, politics and government, religious beliefs and more in a banquet of bite-sized, carefully researched articles that are destined to enlighten and entertain!
Answer burning questions such as: What did the Romans do for fun? How did they honour the gods? What and how did they eat? And what exactly did pee have to do with laundry?
All of these questions and more are answered as accurately, quickly, and easily as a gladiator is dispatched on the sands of the Colosseum, only without the blood.
Whether you are a hardcore Romanophile, a complete neophyte, or just find yourself a bit curious, there is something for everyone in Ancient Everyday.
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More info →Empire: A Mosaic of People and Places in the World of Ancient Rome
Explore the Roman Empire!
Did you know that the Roman Empire, at its greatest extent, stretched from the Atlantic Ocean in the west to ancient Babylon in the east, and from the land of Egypt in the south all the way to Scotland in the far north? Did you ever wonder how many different peoples and places were found within the borders of the Roman world? What kind of people inhabited and influenced such a world? How did major cities like Rome and Athens compare to outposts at the far edge of the Empire?
If you have pondered these questions, or if your curiosity is piqued, then Empire is the book for you!
Join award-winning author and historian, Adam Alexander Haviaras, as he shares over twenty years of research exploring some of the people and places that adorn the pages of the history of the Roman Empire.
Learn about the lives and deeds of a wide range of people from emperors to poets, and allies to enemies. Journey back and forth across the Roman Empire to learn about settlements from Britannia to the sand seas of North Africa. Venture into dark forests on the northern frontier, and walk through some of the great cities of the east through articles that range from deep dives into research or snippets of background information, to travelogue-type essays that may inspire your own adventures.
Whether you are a longtime Romanophile, or have a passing interest in the history of Rome, this book has more variety than an emperor’s banquet table! It will also introduce you to some of the people and places that are not usually covered in the average history book.
Buy this book today and find out why the Roman Empire truly was the most colourful mosaic in history!
More info →A World of War: Short Essays on the Roman Army
March to War with Rome’s Legions!
Did you know that the Roman Empire, at its greatest extent, covered an area of roughly 2.2 million square miles stretching from the Atlantic Ocean in the west to ancient Babylon in the east, and from the land of Egypt in the south all the way to Scotland in the far north? Did you know that at the height of its power, the Roman Army was comprised of a standing force of over thirty legions with just under half a million professional soldiers and auxiliaries? How did a small mud hut village on the banks of the Tiber manage to create the greatest military and empire the world had ever seen?
The answer is simple… WAR.
Join award-winning author and historian, Adam Alexander Haviaras, as he shares his research exploring the world of the Roman Army from its creation to its evolution into the most disciplined and brutal fighting force in existence.
Learn not only about the weapons and tactics of Rome’s legions, but also about the deeply religious side of soldiers, and the role they played in building the Empire. Through short essays that range from deep dives into research to snippets of background information, A World of War also looks at some of the great campaigns of Rome’s legions, as well as some of its most brutal enemies.
Whether you are a longtime Romanophile, or have a passing interest in the Roman Army, this book promises to introduce you to the world of war that the men of Rome were born into.
Buy this book today and find out why the Roman Army truly was the most powerful and effective fighting force of the ancient world.
More info →Celtic Literary Archetypes in The Mabinogion: A Study of the Ancient Tale of Pwyll, Lord of Dyved
HISTORIA: A Gateway to Ancient and Medieval History and Archaeology!
This book introduces the reader to some of the literary traditions of the ancient Celts through the study of the first branch of The Mabinogion: Pwyll, Lord of Dyved. This ancient text is both a record of British mythology and a teaching text for ancient princes. It also illustrates the values of Celtic, Iron Age society that carried on into the Middle Ages to shape Arthurian Romance and ideals of chivalry and kingship.
In this book, the reader will learn about the most prominent archetypes in ancient Celtic literature such as occurrences in threes, the importance of contact with the Otherworld, what it meant to be an effective ruler, and more.
More info →Arthurian Romance and the Knightly Ideal: A study of Medieval Romantic Literature and its Effect upon Warrior Culture in Europe
HISTORIA: A Gateway to Ancient and Medieval History and Archaeology!
This book explores the history and effects of one of the great literary movements in medieval Europe: Arthurian Romance.
This is not just a study of the Arthurian romances and the authors of the genre. It is a study of the true nature of chivalry and courtly love. It is also a look at a revolutionary and inspiring movement and cultural shift among the nobles of medieval Europe, one that altered perceptions of violence and the roles of men and women, influenced social change, and molded the image of the ideal knight.
In this book, the reader will learn about the origins and history of Arthurian Romance, the emergence of courtly culture, the greatest authors of Arthurian Romance, and the evolution of tournaments during the Middle Ages.
More info →Y Gododdin – The Last Stand of Three Hundred Britons: Understanding People and Events during Britain’s Heroic Age
HISTORIA: A Gateway to Ancient and Medieval History and Archaeology!
This book introduces the reader to one of the most important and moving literary works to come out of Dark Age Britain: The Gododdin of Aneirin.
The Gododdin is not only a praise poem and elegy for three hundred British warriors who made a heroic last stand against the invaders of their island, it is also an important source for understanding the culture, people, and events of the seventh century.
In this book, the reader will learn about the poem itself, the historical background, as well as the archaeological evidence that has come to light.
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Camelot: The Historical, Archaeological and Toponymic Considerations for South Cadbury Castle as King Arthur’s Capital
HISTORIA: A Gateway to Ancient and Medieval History and Archaeology!
This book explores one of the most important sites in British history, archaeology and literature, a place that can, more than any other, lay claim to the name of Camelot.
The search for King Arthur and his famous capital of Camelot is a topic that has been hotly debated for over a hundred years, with many theories being put forward. It is a subject that has always been shrouded in the mist of fairy tales and legends, making the truth difficult to discover. However, there is one candidate for Camelot that shines out and brings the Arthurian legend to life: the hillfort of South Cadbury Castle.
In this book, the reader will learn not only about the evidence for a historical King Arthur, but also discover the most recent historical, archaeological, and toponymic evidence that make South Cadbury Castle the strongest contender for the title of Camelot.
Author and historian, Adam Alexander Haviaras, helps the reader to explore the possibility that King Arthur’s Camelot was not just a medieval invention, but that it was an actual place that played an important role in history and the British Heroic Age. The true Camelot of Arthur may not be what you expect, but the evidence that exists paints a clear picture of something even more exciting.
More info →Writing the Past: The Eagles and Dragons Publishing Guide to Researching, Writing, Publishing, and Marketing Historical Fiction and Historical Fantasy
Have you ever wanted to write a historical novel, but don’t know where to start?
Have you already written a book, but aren’t sure how to get it out into the world?
Does modern book publishing and marketing overwhelm you?
If any of these questions or other challenges are holding you back, then The Eagles and Dragons Publishing Guide to Researching, Writing, Publishing, and Marketing Historical Fiction and Historical Fantasy can help to jumpstart your author career.
*Please Note: This is not a writing craft book. In addition to helpful publishing and marketing options, this guide contains a series of tips writers can consider when researching and writing an historical novel.
In this short, easy-to-understand guide, #1 bestselling author and historian, Adam Alexander Haviaras, shares proven, actionable tips and tricks that will help you to learn historical research methodologies, essential writing tips, publishing options, and proven book marketing strategies that will ensure your historical epic gets to readers and turns them into fans.
This guide also includes two bonus sections on important mindset tips for authors, and a proven historical novel book launch strategy blueprint that will help get you to #1.
Whether you are someone with an idea for a first novel, or a veteran author in need of reinforcements, everyone is guaranteed to get at least one tip or strategy from this book that will move their author career forward to victory.
It is the best time to be an author. Start your journey today!
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