Author Description

King Ancus Marcius tells the story of Rome's fourth king, a warrior and peacemaker who expanded the city's power and built its first great bridge. Told in stirring prose and illustrated in the style of ancient mosaics, this book brings to life the bold deeds, sacred duties, and enduring legacy of a forgotten Roman hero. Children ages 7-12 will discover how Ancus honored the gods, founded the port of Ostia, waged just war, and brought enemy peoples into the Roman fold. Young readers learn not only Roman history but also timeless lessons about strength, justice, and leadership. Includes a historical artifact and vivid illustrations on every spread-perfect for classical education, Catholic schools, and families who want history told with beauty and truth.