''A Pictorial History of Ancient Rome: With Sketches of the History of Modern Italy'' is a book written by Samuel Griswold Goodrich in 1868. The book is an illustrated account of the history of Ancient Rome, with a focus on the city’s architecture, culture, and daily life. The author provides a detailed description of the city’s landmarks, including the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the Forum Romanum, and discusses the political and social structures of the Roman Empire. In addition, the book also includes sketches of the history of modern Italy, providing readers with a broader understanding of the country’s cultural heritage. The illustrations in the book are detailed and accurate, providing a vivid visual representation of Ancient Rome and its people. Overall, ''A Pictorial History of Ancient Rome'' is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of one of the world’s greatest empires.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.