02060cam a22003133u 4500 27692 UtSlPG 20260610133631.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DG Abbott, Jacob, 1803-1879 Romulus : Makers of History Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-01-03 Produced by D. Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Romulus" by Jacob Abbott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work is part of a series titled "Makers of History," which aims to recount the lives of significant historical figures. The focus of this particular volume is on Romulus, the legendary founder of Rome, and it emphasizes the importance of understanding the origins of this great city through the lens of myth and history. The beginning of "Romulus" sets the stage for exploring the history and mythology surrounding the founding of Rome, starting with the tale of Cadmus and his adventures. It introduces the reader to various characters and the cultural context of ancient Italy and Greece, while discussing early concepts of storytelling and the blending of fact with fiction. The narrative discusses the significance of Romulus and the city he founded, as well as the legendary events leading to the rise of Rome, making it clear that this account draws heavily from ancient traditions and legends, creating a rich tapestry of historical narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Romulus, King of Rome Rome -- History -- To 510 B.C. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27692 68601 68601