A Smaller History of Rome from the Earliest Times to the Establishment of the Empire

"A Smaller History of Rome" by William Smith is a historical book that covers the long history of Rome, starting from the very beginning and going all the way to when the Roman Empire was formed. It's written to help students learn about Roman times, explaining the big political happenings and how the culture changed back then. The book starts by looking at the land of Italy, talking about places like Etruria and Latium, the people who lived there, and what the areas were like. This part is important because it helps you understand how Rome began and how it dealt with different groups like the Greeks and Gauls, giving a solid base for learning about how Roman life and government grew over time.