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1) Gladiators
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Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Not only were the gladiator games a central part of life for the average Roman citizen, but they also played a significant role in the development and maintenance of the Roman empire between 264 BCE and 404 CE. This text explores the fundamentals of the gladiatorial system ... [and] the lives of these hardened warriors: delving into their pasts, their everyday struggles, and what it actually took to become a Roman gladiator"--Provided by publisher....
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
During the European quest to conquer the New World" of the Americas in the 16th century, Spain was no exception. This text shines a spotlight on the story of the Spanish fighter-turned-explorer, the conquistador. Comprehensive coverage is given to what it meant to be a conquistador as well as the conquistador's goals-gold, God, and glory. In this title, the reader is taken past the initial phase of land discovery into a thought-provoking exploration...
3) Samurai
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Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book reveals to readers the samurai code of conduct, including their fierce dedication to discipline and moral character. And although they are renowned for their skills at war, the samurai were a fierce military powerhouse, making up the empire's ruling class in 1192 and ruling Japan until 1868. Readers will also learn about the softer side of the samurai and their profound influence on the culture, in part thanks to the influence of Zen Buddhism....
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