COURT, A DAY IN

How did the ancient Greeks and Romans treat criminals? Were there criminals? How about political prisoners? Did jails exist? Have you ever wondered about the answers to these questions? Well, CALLIOPE has all the answers in its "Day in Court" issue. We read a first-hand report of Socrates' trial, his guilty verdict, and the method of death he chose. And, get your theater clothes ready, as we have a ringside seat at a performance of "The Arbitration" - something you really do not want to miss! Then, it's a short trip west to Rome, where the master orator Cicero will convince you of the innocence of Roscius and the guilty verdict the conniving Verres should receive. And, that's not all! Find out what happened to those who were not citizens and charged with crimes. Hint - this was not a situation you would ever want to be in! And, what if the people decided they did not like a certain politician? We have impeachment, the Greeks had a policy that was really quite effective - and swift. Sound interesting? Definitely! So, join us!

Paperback  48 pgs.  Full Color
Suggested for ages: 9-14
Product Code: CAL0810