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Insane Emperors, Sunken Cities, and Earthquake Machines

By: Garrett Ryan
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Did the ancient Greeks and Romans have conspiracy theories? Did they come close to an industrial revolution? Did they drink beer?

In a series of fast-paced essays, Insane Emperors, Sunken Cities, and Earthquake Machines answers 40 questions that ancient historian Garrett Ryan has been asked in the classroom and through his popular YouTube channel ToldinStone. As in Dr. Ryan's previous book—Naked Statues, Fat Gladiators, and War Elephants—the emphasis is on the fascinating details of daily life in the classical world.

Discover the answers to:

Did the ancient Greeks and Romans have tattoos?

Did they practice Buddhism?

Did they know when the Pyramids were built?

Did a tsunami inspire the Story of Atlantis?

How deadly was the eruption that destroyed Pompeii?

What was it like to live through the fall of the Roman Empire?

Why are ancient cities buried?

What happened to the treasures of the Roman emperors?

How much was lost when the Library of Alexandria burned?

©2023 Garrett Ryan, (P)2023 Rowman & Littlefield Ancient Civilization Rome World Inspiring

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If you liked the first book you will enjoy this one. Illuminating and entertaining for casual and serious historians without dumbing down the content.

Excellent and Entertaining

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Ancient Greek and Romans History with Humor

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Garret has did it again so informative and detailed can’t wait for another book by garret, and the narrator as before was great.

Another great book.

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I love this format. I arrived here after enjoying the author's videos. What's in this book is completely unique from the videos, yet equally fascinating and well-presented. While not a long book, certainly an excellent use of money and time.

Well written, well read, easy to listen and absorb

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I got the paperback of the first book for my birthday when it came out and I loved it for its depth and range of topics. This book was no different, the hours I spent listening flew past while I worked. I will definitely be getting the physical copy for my library. Props to the narration too, I often watch Garrett Ryan on YouTube and I forgot several times during my listen that this wasn’t his voice. If you have a love for history especially Roman history this is another great one. 10/10 ❤️❤️❤️

He Strikes Again

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The questions weave together to create an amazing image of the ancient world. I hope there is another book soon!

The informative style is amazing

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I liked the first book in the series. There wasn't enough good material for a second.

meh

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