Rome, the Eternal City, has stood the test of time as one of the most influential civilizations in history. From its legendary founding to its rise as the heart of the Roman Empire, Rome’s impact on ...

When the young John Adams read Shakespeare, his imagination lit up. After reading The Tragedy of Macbeth, he marveled in his journal: “Shakespeare’s vicious characters are aggravated beyond Life.

The Palazzo dei Conservatori, the former seat of the municipal magistrates, contains frescoes inspired by the founding stories of Rome. It also houses the original equestrian statue of Marcus ...

This week’s literary geography quiz celebrates Rome and books set around Italy’s Eternal City. Even if you aren’t familiar with the books, your knowledge of Rome’s landmarks should help you.