Our Little Roman Cousin of Long Ago
Read by Emily Madill
This book takes place in ancient Rome, following a child in a Roman family and exploring home life, social structure, and customs. It gives a window into the discipline, traditions, and civic values that defined Roman society. - Summary by Narrator
Chapters
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| Preface | 1:42 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| Going to School | 6:03 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| Lessons | 5:11 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| Marcus' Home | 5:30 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| At Dinner | 6:36 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| The Vestal Offering | 4:40 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| A Roman Girl | 5:34 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| The Funeral Procession | 3:56 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| The Gift of a Book | 5:09 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| In the Senate | 6:10 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| On the Farm | 7:19 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| The Return to Rome | 3:52 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| On the Appian Way | 4:55 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| Marcus Enters Grammar School | 5:31 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| The Festival of Violets | 4:14 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| Marcus, the Torch-Bearer | 3:11 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| The Chariot Race | 4:01 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| The Victorious General | 6:09 | Read by Emily Madill | |
| Marcus, the Man | 4:37 | Read by Emily Madill |