Black Magic Baby

<p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>Have you ever wondered about the mysteries of ancient Rome? Was Nero truly mad? How could a slave earn their freedom? And did the Romans really practice black magic?</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>In </span><em style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>Black Magic Baby</em><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)> acclaimed Roman historian James Coverley takes you on a journey through the questions you've always wanted to ask about the ancient world. Based on his popular Substack newsletter where he answers readers' most curious questions this book dives into the fascinating quirky and often overlooked details of Roman life. With a storyteller's flair and a historian's precision Coverley blends rigorous research with a touch of humour making history accessible and entertaining for everyone.</span></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>From the madness of emperors to the lives of everyday Romans </span><em style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>Black Magic Baby</em><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)> explores:</span></p><p></p><ul><li><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>How Nero's reign became synonymous with chaos-and whether he deserved it.</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>The surprising ways slaves could gain their freedom in ancient Rome.</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>The truth behind Roman rituals and the rumours of black magic.</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>How Romans proved their citizenship-and why it mattered.</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>How did the shave?</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>How did they deal with body odour?</span></li><li><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>How many gods did they worship?</span></li></ul><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>Perfect for casual readers and history buffs alike this book is a treasure trove of surprising facts and fresh perspectives. Whether you're a fan of ancient history or just love a good story </span><em style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>Black Magic Baby</em><span style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)> will leave you with answers to the questions you never thought to ask-and a newfound appreciation for the ancient world.</span></p><p><strong style=background-color: rgba(0 0 0 0); color: rgba(14 16 26 1)>Discover the secrets of Rome-one question at a time.</strong></p><p></p><p></p>