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    A Treatise by Nobleman Marcus Sidonius Falx

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    Learn the secrets to conquering the world like a Caesar: "A fun concept and an entertaining way to teach the history of Roman society" (Historical Novel Society).Following his "ingenious" handbook on slave management, here is Marcus Sidonius Falx's new guide on how to improve every aspect of your barbarian life ( The New Yorker). Up to now, most barbarians have had to settle for marveling at the ... Read more

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  • The Roman Guide to Slave Management

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    A scholar explores the history of slavery in Ancient Rome using a fictional story as a backdrop.Marcus Sidonius Falx is an average Roman citizen. Born of a relatively well-off noble family, he lives on a palatial estate in Campania, dines with senators and generals, and, like all of his ancestors before him, owns countless slaves. Having spent most of his life managing his servants—many of them ... Read more

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  • A Grand Tour of the Roman Empire by Marcus Sidonius Falx

    Series Book 1 - The Marcus Sidonius Falx Trilogy
    'Toner again spins a tale that is enjoyable and informative.' The TimesTour the Roman Empire at its height with Marcus Sidonius Falx and his amanuensis, Dr Jerry Toner.Travelling east, Falx explores the great cultural centre of Athens before trekking into rural Asia (or Turkey as we know it), past the already ancient Luxor monuments in Roman Egypt, and by the Great Library of Alexandria. ... Read more

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  • Exam Prep for:

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    Business is the activity of making one's living or making money by producing or buying and selling products (such as goods and services). This book provides over 2,000 Exam Prep questions and answers to accompany the text The Roman Guide to Slave Management Items include highly probable exam items: Brand equity, Focus group, Total cost, entrepreneur, Trade association, tangible, Organizational ... Read more

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