Julius Caesar (Revised Edition): Dictator for Life

by Denise Rinaldo

Overview

Julius Caesar rose from chaos to bring order to Rome. After gaining power, he attacked his allies and won a brutal civil war. Then he declared himself dictator and ruled Rome from a golden throne.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780531223314
Publisher:	Scholastic Library Publishing
Publication date:	09/01/2015
Series:	Wicked History Series
Edition description:	Revised
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	5.20(w) x 6.90(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Editorial Reviews

Julius Caesar’s fascinating life story is chronicled in detail in this title, one of four in the revised “A Wicked History” series. Readers learn about his birth into a noble family; his courageous and witty, yet cunning and ruthless, nature; his hunger for power and wealth; and his downfall. The book begins with a world map of Caesar’s time, with highlights of key events and places. A web of Caesar’s families, friends, allies, and enemies, clues readers in on Julius Caesar’s complicated world and life. Easy-to-understand and engaging language draws readers into the intrigue and drama of adventure, deceit, conspiracies, and murder. Accompanying the exciting story are beautifully colored and detailed illustrations consisting of photographs, drawings, and paintings that showcase the intensity of the tale. The book is divided into three parts, with four-to-eight chapters in each part that signify different stages of Caesar’s life. Each part begins with questions for readers to consider as they progress through the chapters, enabling understanding and deeper thinking about the content. The end of the book includes an excerpt from Julius Caesar’s journal during his time in Gaul; and writings from the ancient historian, Plutarch, and Roman writer, Suetonius, adding another dimension and perspective to this account of Julius Caesar’s life. Supplemental project ideas extend the learning to beyond the book and make use of modern technology, though some of the ideas allow for deeper analysis than others. Also helpful are profiles of other historical figures mentioned, a timeline of Julius Caesar’s life, and a glossary of Latin terms. Finally, for those interested, a list of books with more information about Julius Caesar and his times, with brief descriptions of each book, is incorporated. This overview of Julius Caesar is both informative and entertaining. Reviewer: Ann L. Kreske; Ages 12 up.

Children's Literature - Ann L. Kreske