A History of Rome

Whether you are already a fan of A History of Rome or discovering it for the first time, this app is a great way to deepen your understanding of Roman history.

From a small Iron-Age settlement on the banks of the Tiber, Rome grew to become the centre of an empire that dominated what was then known of the western world.

This app recreates the evolution of that city, describing the individuals and events that made Rome a political and cultural conqueror.

The app portrays not only the cynosures of the Roman world, but also lesser known figures, reassessing their impact upon both the character of Roman society and the development of the Empire. Rome's artistic achievements, especially in literature, architecture, sculpture and painting, are scrutinized, and the economic and social conditions of life for ordinary people are examined.

Finally, the changing relationships between Rome and the peoples of its provinces, and the reasons for the ultimate disintegration, or transformation, of the western empire are closely examined.