Clash of the Gladiators

Gladiator combat was a managed industry, complete with training schools, weapon specialisms, promoters and an audience of thousands. This DK Publishing title lays that system out for young readers. The book covers who the fighters were, how they trained, the weapons and armour that defined each type, and the role the games played in Roman politics and public life. Photographs, diagrams and reconstructions carry much of the information, in the illustrated reference style DK is known for, and the text stays readable for a middle-grade audience. Where it fits: • Gladiator types, weapons and armour explained with visual references • Training, daily life and the realities behind the arena spectacle • Context on Roman emperors, crowds and the politics of the games • Illustrated reference layout suited to school projects Recommended for middle-grade readers with an interest in ancient history, along with school libraries, this DK Publishing title is available from Boipoka.