Ancient Rome Extras

Stumbled upon an old book (1960) through Amazon that is a great picture book for geography of Rome.  It is called, This is Rome, by Miroslav Sasek.

I was enticed to request the book via library loan by the reviews on Amazon.  The book has been a great reinforcement for readings. 

It also made good follow up for some travel videos we watched about Italy:  Rick Steves Europe: Italy, which was also great. I must add that after the videos my daughter said, “Italy likes nudists!”  It was all the nude sculptures that she was commenting about!!  LOL!! 

As a whole, the Sasek book is a great, multi level picture book but particularly helpful for young ones and piggy backers that have trouble listening to Traveller in Rome. We are not using the updated version that is mentioned on Amazon and it is still a very useful book.

 Enjoy! 

Michelle

 
Here is the blurb from Amazon as well as the link:
 
“Like the other Sasek classics, this is a facsimile edition of the original book. The brilliant, vibrant illustrations have been meticulously preserved, remaining true to his vision more than 40 years later. Facts have been updated for the 21st-century, appearing on a “This is . . . Today” page at the back of the book. These charming illustrations, coupled with Sasek’s witty, playful narrative, make for a perfect souvenir that will delight both children and their parents, many of whom will remember the series from their own childhoods. This is Rome, first published in 1960, traces the history of Roman civilization to bring to life the Rome of the 60’s. Sasek navigates Rome’s busy, winding streets to visit such glorious historical landmarks as the statues of Michelangelo, Vatican City, the Pantheon, and the Fontana di Trevi-and to show us the eccentricities of modern Roman life, from its colorful trains, trams, and taxis to its chic espresso bars and pasta houses.”
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> http://www.amazon.com/This-Rome/dp/0789315491/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1263927702&sr=1-5