Roman History and Roman Literature

To find both printed and electronic books, as well as DVDs and Videos, use the JSCC online catalog.

"At its zenith, the Roman Empire included North Africa, Spain, France, and Britain. The wealth that these conquests generated allowed Roman citizens to live in a sumptuous world of beautifully decorated homes and opulent cities. In this program, scholars discuss Roman unification of Europe, Roman culture and institutions, and the family structure. The role of the army as a major force in Roman society and politics, along with its military structure and tactics, are discussed. The Christianization of Rome and the enduring legacy of Roman Law and institutions in Western government today are also analyzed. 3-D re-creations of the Coliseum and Pompeii allow students to see Rome as it was before the empire collapsed. (49 minutes) "

Films from the Great Courses series can be found by typing in topics such as Roman History or Roman Literature.

.In addition, there are films on specific people such as Cicero.

View Videos right online using World History in Video. These streaming media sources are from the History Channel and A&E.