Richard J. Maybury Books

"Ancient Rome" discusses what happens when higher law principles and a free market economy are ignored. Mr. Maybury uses historical events to explain current events, including the wars in the former Soviet Empire, and the legal and economic problems of America today. Is your government making the same choices that led to the fall of Ancient Rome? Will history repeat?To improve the student's learning experience, also purchase the student study guide for "Ancient How It Affects You Today" titled "A Bluestocking Ancient Rome" also available through Amazon.Can be used for courses in Ancient Rome, U.S. History, Government, and Economics.Table of Contents for Ancient RomeUncle Eric's Model of How the World WorksStudy Guide AvailableAbout the Cover IllustrationAuthor's DisclosureMapsTimeline1. History Repeats2. The Roman Disease that Stalks the Markets 3. The Roman Model4. Hitler and Mussolini5. The Roman Lust for Blood6. Logic vs. Interests7. Listen to the Music8. The Return of Feudalism9. Straight Lines10. The Byzantine Empire11. SummaryBibliographyGlossaryAbout Richard J. Maybury (Uncle Eric)IndexSuggested for Further ReadingRichard Maybury uses several examples from Ancient Rome to explain economic principles in his book "Whatever Happened to Penny Candy?" also available through Amazon.

Bluestocking Guide: Economics is designed to enhance a student's understanding and retention of the subject matter presented in the corresponding primer, Whatever Happened to Penny Candy (This guide is compatible with both the 4th and 5th editions of Whatever Happened to Penny Candy.) This guide includes comprehension questions (relating to specific chapters within the primer), application questions (to guide the student in applying the concepts learned to everyday life), and a final exam. Also included are research and essay assignments, as well as thought questions to facilitate student-instructor discussion. Additional articles for further reading are also included that expand on the concepts presented in the primer. Also includes an economic timetable that can be used to fill in the economic history that is often missing from history books, historical fiction, historical movies, documentaries, etc. This is a multi-age level guide, appropriate for ages 10 through 19 years of age.