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Gladiators
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Gladiators
A history of the often brutal world of the gladiators written in an engaging narrative style and containing full colour illustrations throughout.Includes details of the different types of gladiators, their costumes and weaponry, famous gladiators and the arenas in which they fought.Part of Young Reading Level 3, created for children ready to tackle longer stories and more diverse subjects.Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University.Internet-links to recommended websites to find out more about this fascinating world.
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Were the gladiators fearless?
Gladiators were not necessarily fearless, as they were human beings who experienced fear like anyone else. However, they were trained to be skilled fighters and to face the possibility of death in the arena. Many gladiators were slaves or prisoners of war, and they fought in the arena as a means of survival or to gain fame and fortune. While some may have displayed bravery and courage in the face of danger, it is likely that many experienced fear and anxiety before entering the arena.
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What money did gladiators receive?
Gladiators received a form of payment known as a "stipendium," which was essentially a wage for their services. The amount of money varied depending on the skill and popularity of the gladiator, with some earning more than others. In addition to their stipendium, successful gladiators could also receive bonuses or gifts from wealthy patrons or sponsors. However, the life of a gladiator was still harsh and dangerous, with the potential for injury or death in the arena.
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What were slaves and gladiators?
Slaves were individuals who were owned by others and forced to work without pay. They had no freedom and were considered property. Gladiators were typically slaves or prisoners of war who were trained to fight in arenas for entertainment. They were often forced to fight to the death or until they were severely injured.
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Were the gladiators really castrated?
There is no historical evidence to suggest that gladiators were castrated. The idea that gladiators were castrated likely stems from a misunderstanding of the term "eunuch" in ancient Roman texts, which was used to describe certain types of entertainers but not specifically gladiators. Gladiators were typically slaves or prisoners of war who were trained to fight in the arena, and there is no evidence to suggest that castration was a common practice among them.
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Heroes and Gladiators
A tale of blood, honour and revenge. Lazar loves his homeland. When the Romans invade, he has no choice but to fight for his country.Lazar and the rest of the Macedonian army are quickly defeated.Those that live are taken as slaves. Lazar is forced to be a gladiator in the Ancona arena and his skill with a sword quickly makes him famous.But Lazar doesn't want to fight in the arena for the rest of his life.Will he ever have a chance to escape?Wow! Fiction follows on from Wow! Facts series and each book can be paired with a non-fiction counterpart on the same theme such as Exploring Space, Ancient Egypt or Fighter Planes.Some children may want to find out more about the topic and they can access a non-fiction book at the same level, providing an opportunity to experience different text types and formats. The titles in the WOW! Fiction series of Hi-Lo books for students aged 9+ include books for reading ages 6-11 years and utilise a range of dyslexia-friendly features to support pupils' reading.The titles in the Turquoise band have a reading age of 6 years and an interest age of up to 14 years.WOW! Fiction books are printed on off-white paper and incorporate an easy-to-read font and text separated into bite-sized chunks, along with carefully considered letter and paragraph spacing that can reduce visual stress.While these books have instantly appealing characters and gripping storylines, the language and sentence structure are intentionally written so that students who are reading behind their chronological age can succeed in reading them.The whole banded series offers progressively levelled books in Turquoise, Purple, Gold, White, Lime and Brown bands, with 5 books offering plenty of practice at each level to consolidate learning and develop fluency before moving on.
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Global Gladiators Boxed Used
Nintendo SNES Game This classic Nintendo game is now available pre-owned! In Global Gladiators, you take on the role of one of 12 gladiators who must battle their way through a series of arenas. The catch? These arenas are located all around the world, from the United States to the Amazon Rainforest. With a variety of environments and opponents to face, you'll need to be at the top of your game if you want to be crowned the ultimate Gladiator! Why Buy From Us? 36 Month Industry-Leading Warranty Rest easy knowing that you're covered for 3 years under our industry-leading warranty, so if the worst happens and your product stops functioning, you can return it to us for repair or a full refund. Full Functionality and Aesthetic Refurbishment Not only do we refurbish items to ensure they function to the highest standard, but we also pay special attention to aesthetics. As an example, we've developed a proprietary process for removing light scratches and marks from glass and plastic surfaces - meaning we can bring tired-looking items back up to their best. This is just one of our aesthetic refurbishment techniques. Full Anti-Bacterial Clean We know how important hygiene is - so we give all items a full antibacterial clean prior to sending, so you know - even though you're buying a used item - it arrives in a fully-cleansed state - as if you're the first person to ever put your hands on the item.
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Gladiators 1st–5th centuries AD
This illustrated study lifts the veil on the gladiators of ancient Rome, who provided a bloody spectacle for the people of the Eternal City and its vast empire. By the start of the Principate in 27 BC, the gladiator games were a long-standing part of the social and political life of Rome and its sprawling empire.In the wake of reforms enacted by Augustus, the games continued to be at the heart of Roman culture and politics during the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. While prominent citizens harnessed the opportunities offered by the gladiator games to enhance their own reputations and reward their clients, the emperors soon assumed a near-monopoly on the provision of games; several even entered the arena themselves, most notoriously Commodus.In the quest for novelty, prisoners, criminals and women came to participate in this grisly ‘sport’.Only after the adoption of Christianity as the state religion in AD 380 did armed combat between gladiators enter a decline, and even then beast hunts persisted into the 6th century. Although much evidence remains, both literary and archaeological, the gladiators and their world continue to be misunderstood.Featuring full-colour reconstructions of these legendary arena fighters, this book draws upon the latest research and the author’s own findings to cast new light on these formidable arena fighters and their legacy.
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Gladiators 4th–1st centuries BC
This new study lifts the veil on the high-profile but often misunderstood gladiators of ancient Rome, from their origins to the dawn of the Principate. Originating in funeral rites during the Punic Wars of the 3rd century BC, the Roman gladiator games have come to symbolize the spectacle and savagery of Republican and Imperial Rome.Increasingly elaborate rules and rituals governed the conduct of gladiator combat, with an array of specially armed and armoured gladiator types pitted against one another, either singly or in groups.While many gladiators met a grisly end, some survived to achieve celebrity and make huge fortunes. Despite the wealth of literary and archaeological evidence, many misconceptions about the gladiators and their violent world remain.Featuring eight plates of stunning specially commissioned artwork alongside photographs and drawings of key items of visual evidence, this fully illustrated account recreates the little-known and under-represented gladiators of the centuries leading up to the dawn of the Principate, correcting myths and casting new light on the roles, lives and legacy of these legendary arena fighters.
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Were there also female gladiators?
Yes, there were female gladiators in ancient Rome. While they were not as common as male gladiators, there is evidence to suggest that women also participated in gladiatorial combat. These female gladiators were known as "gladiatrix" and would fight in the arena, often against other women or sometimes even against men. However, their presence in the gladiatorial games was not as widespread as their male counterparts.
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At what time were there gladiators?
Gladiators were active during the time of the Roman Empire, particularly from around 3rd century BC to the 5th century AD. They were trained fighters who would engage in combat in arenas for the entertainment of the public. Gladiatorial games were a popular form of entertainment in ancient Rome and were often held as part of public spectacles and festivals.
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Could all gladiators buy their freedom?
No, not all gladiators could buy their freedom. Only those who had earned enough money through winning fights or had a wealthy patron who would pay for their freedom could potentially buy their freedom. Many gladiators were slaves and did not have the means to purchase their freedom, so they remained in servitude until they were either released by their owner or died in combat.
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Are there gladiators who were pardoned?
Yes, there were gladiators who were pardoned. In some cases, if a gladiator fought with exceptional bravery or skill, they could be granted their freedom by the emperor or the owner of the gladiator school. This was a rare occurrence, but there are historical records of gladiators being pardoned and allowed to live out the rest of their lives as free men.
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