Rome: power & glory.

Rome; power and glory.

Graham, Townsley; Dougherty, Lynn; Barrett, Neil [Directors]

Rome History

Rome Civilization

Rome (Italy) History

Documentary television programs

6 videodiscs (approx 360 min.) 4 3/4 in. each

Originally produced for television broadcast in 1998.

Special features: timeline, virtual reconstructions, twelve Caesarrs biographies, "Colosseum, house of terror, "Pompeii," "Flamma: gladiator superstar," "Training killers, "Fighting men of the arena,"Fearful facts."

v.1. the Rise.--v.2. Legions of conquest. -v.3. Seduction of power -- v.4. Grasp of empire. -- v.5. The cult of order. -- v.6. The fall.

Presents the complete history of Rome, from its primitive beginnings to the height of its glory and its eventual decline. Combines location footage of ancient monuments, detaile re-enactments, period art and writing, and insights from scholars and public figures.

Previously released as QD3588.