Agrippina "Atrocious and Ferocious"

The true account of an empress that was loved, feared, deified, and hated is presented in this illustrated narrative, detailing the life and sovereignty of Agrippina. An ambitious Roman, Agrippina murdered and married her way to the throne and to being declared a goddess, making many enemies along the way--including her own son. With details about how she came to power, lived, and died, this resource also includes information about ancient Roman society.

Shirin Yim Bridges is the award-winning author of Mary Wrightly So Politely, Ruby's Wish, and the Real Princesses series. She lives in Foster City, California. Peter Malone has illustrated more than 20 children's books and is the author of Close to the Wind.