Life for youngsters in ancient Rome was both different and similar to today. There were schools, but only wealthy children attended them. There were pets, but m

Offers a fascinating look at the daily life of children growing up many years ago in ancient Greece and how it compares to life today.

New York Times Bestseller A New York Times Notable Book Named one of the Best Books of the Year by the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, Foreign Affairs, and

Offers a fascinating look at the daily life of children growing up many years ago in ancient Egypt and how it compares to life today.

This book illuminates the lives of the 'forgotten' children of ancient Rome and draws parallels and contrasts with contemporary society.