Brief history of Rome (Barnes’ one-term series) [Hardcover] Joel Dorman Steele

Description

1885 Barnes printing with different cover art than pictured. Cover is dark green with black decoration and gold lettering. Hardcover has some significant wear, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-aged copy of Joel Dorman Steele’s “Brief History of Rome” offers a glimpse into the study of ancient Roman civilization in the late 19th century. Published in 1885 as part of the Barnes’ One-Term Series, this textbook was likely used in American classrooms to introduce students to the grandeur of the Roman Empire. Steele’s concise yet comprehensive overview would have provided a foundational understanding of Rome’s political, military, and cultural achievements.

While the wear on this hardcover edition speaks to its age and use, the intact binding and clean pages suggest it was thoughtfully handled, perhaps by a diligent student or an educator who recognized the book’s enduring value. For collectors, this copy represents a tangible link to the era’s pedagogical approaches and the persistent fascination with Roman antiquity. Readers will appreciate Steele’s accessible prose and the opportunity to explore a formative work that shaped generations’ perceptions of one of history’s most influential civilizations.