As a young man living in the Roman Empire, you've heard many exciting stories about far-away lands and people, and what it's like to fight for the emperor!Now you've just turned eighteen, you're about to discover the realities of how tough life really is for a Roman soldier!Learn to survive amongst the toughest men in Rome, march for days on end, fight with swords and operate large weapons, and follow the strict rules of the legion - all while wearing leather sandals!Do you have what it takes to survive? he ever-popular You Wouldn't Want to Be series transports readers to the grisliest times and places in history.The first-person narrative approach puts the reader in the shoes of some of the most unfortunate people ever to have lived.Humorous cartoon-style illustrations bring the characters to life, while informative captions, timelines and maps explain processes or chronological events.Perfect for history enthusiasts!