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Choosing an Ancient Rome encyclopedia can be tricky when you want a reference that suits the topics you’re curious about.
This time, we’ll round up two encyclopedias, including one that organizes Roman daily life into ten subject areas.
Quick-reference table of recommended products
| Product name | Format | Coverage focus |
|---|---|---|
 Encyclopedia of Ancient Rome, Third Edition | Hardcover | Rome’s history from its founding through the fifth century CE |
 The World of Ancient Rome: A Daily Life Encyclopedia | Hardback – Pack; 2 volumes | Roman daily life across ten sections, from art and family to religion and science |
Encyclopedia of Ancient Rome, Third Edition
For readers seeking a broad reference to Rome’s history, the hardcover Encyclopedia of Ancient Rome, Third Edition is recommended. Authored by Matthew Bunson, it covers Rome from its founding through the fifth century CE.
Maps, a chronology, an index, and cross-references help readers look up topics and follow related entries. The book also includes a glossary and further reading lists.
Encyclopedia of Ancient Rome, Third Edition
The World of Ancient Rome: A Daily Life Encyclopedia
For readers interested in Roman daily life across a range of subjects, The World of Ancient Rome: A Daily Life Encyclopedia is recommended. Its ten sections cover art, economics, family, fashion, food, housing, politics, recreation, religion, and science, drawing on literary works, art, and archaeological remains.
The two-volume set includes a selection of primary documents and a bibliography of print and Internet resources, providing source material and further reading alongside its coverage of Roman society.
The World of Ancient Rome: A Daily Life Encyclopedia
