Birdy Slade
Roman Empire Expert
Birdy Slade is a versatile author and the visionary founder of Birdy Slade International Publishing, a platform that revolutionizes the way readers engage with literature.
Born in 1991, Birdy's journey is a testament to the power of diverse experiences and the pursuit of knowledge. With roots stretching from the United States to England, her upbringing was enriched by a blend of cultures, thanks to her American father and British mother.
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Birdy's early career took an adventurous path, from modeling in her late teens to serving her country with distinction in the army for four years. These experiences, combined with her academic background in psychology, have endowed her with profound insights into the human condition, which she deftly weaves into her writing of young adult fiction.
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Birdy has visited Italy and Rome many times, and her love of all things Roman is evident in her range of best-selling books. These are designed to be readable, informative and compelling. "I hate the type of books that are too academic - my books are easy to read and easy to follow. "How Often Do You Think About The Roman Empire?" is my best-selling book. I hit the spot here with the public who ARE interested in everything Roman, like me, but don't want to wade through the turgid morass of books written for academics.
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Residing in the serene state of Maine with her American professor spouse, whom she met during her university years in England, Birdy balances her professional endeavors with a fulfilling family life as a loving mother to two children and a devoted owner to her dog, Crapper.
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Birdy Slade's literary repertoire is as diverse as her background. She is the author of intriguing non-fiction works such as 'How Often Do You Think About the Roman Empire?' and 'The Video Cocktail Guide,' blending historical curiosity with practical creativity. Additionally, Birdy taps into the vibrant world of young adult fiction, captivating readers with her engaging storytelling and relatable characters.
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Through Birdy Slade International Publishing, she has innovated the traditional publishing model, offering books online, in print, and via ebook platforms, while also providing unique access to free content on her site. This approach not only demonstrates her commitment to making literature accessible but also highlights her entrepreneurial spirit.
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From Bad and Mad Emperors to Gladiators and how the Roman Empire became the greatest ancient superpower.
This easy to read book tells the story of the Empire from start to finish. Chapters like
Order the book to find out who the emperors were, what they did and how they built the Roman Empire.
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Whether you're an enthusiast, a history buff, or simply someone intrigued by the past, "How often do you think about the Roman Empire?" is also the perfect present for your partner, family member, or friend.
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Everything you ever wanted to know about Roman Roads. Order the definitive all-in-one book about the Roman Empire's greatest gift to the world - their Roads.
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This easy-to-read book covers building techiniques, who engineered and built the roads and who travelled along them. Find out about way stations, milestones, who paid for the roads.
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Read the personal accounts of slaves and soldiers who built Roman Roads. Discover the stories of the poor, rich and religious people who thrived and died along 250,000 miles of Roman Roads.
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Where did Gladiators come from, how were they trained, what they did and how they faught?
Gladiator 2 is the ultimate guide to everything you ever wanted to know about these fearless fighters. Chapters include the story of Spartacus, and the brutal reality and the awe-inspiring spectacle of gladiatorial games.
Plus, read the personal accounts of the men, and women, who fought, who made them fight and how it was all about power and influence in the Roman Empire. Order online now, in paperback and on Kindle.
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