This fascinating and funny comic book collection is the perfect introduction to the world of the ancient Romans.
Including six mythical tales retold in comic strips, readers will learn about the founding of Rome in 'Romulus and Remus', meet a callous cyclops in 'Polyphemus and Ulysses', and much more. Each myth is told in engaging modern language, which is easy for children to understand yet still retains the humour and intrigue of the original tales.
As you journey back through ancient Rome, you'll meet an amazing array of mythical creatures and glorious gods, whilst non-fiction spreads will help you learn more about gruesome gladiators, amazing armies, evil emperors and the epic Roman empire.
With bright and bold illustrations by Laurie Avon, this retelling of the Roman myths will educate and entertain readers of all ages.
These myths will be broken up with a series of 'theme' spreads, which will take a broader look at certain aspects of Roman mythology (mythical beasts and monsters, the gods, heroes etc.)Following on from the success of Myths, Monsters and Mayhem in Ancient Greece (which has sold over 50,000 copies worldwide as of July 2024) - this is the next title in a growing series for Big Picture PressGrowing demand for graphic novels and comic books for children and adults alikeCover treatments - deboss and pantoneContents: Myths - The Creation Myth; Dido and Aeneas; Romulus and Remus; Baucis and Philemon; Polyphemus and Ulysses; Boudicca's Army; Horatius at the Bridge. Theme Spreads - What are the Roman Myths?; Meet the Roman Gods; How the Myths Explained the World; The Emperor Hall of Fame; Roman Life; Roman Religion; Roman Army; Colosseums and Gladiators; A Mythic Map of Ancient Rome. 
