The Story Of Rome in 1000 Pieces: a storytelling jigsaw puzzle

The Story of Rome in 1000 Pieces jigsaw puzzle takes you on a journey through Virgil’s epic poem, The Aeneid. Follow Aeneas, Trojan hero and son of Venus, as he escapes the fallen city of Troy, battles mighty storms and ancient monsters, becomes entangled in a tragic love affair and ultimately reaches Italy, where he founds the world’s greatest city, Rome.

The beautifully detailed jigsaw's layout is inspired by the Shield of Aeneas, with 20 scenes from Virgil's masterpiece organised in the shape of a shield, which puzzlers can follow in a clockwise spiral, starting from the centre.

The concertina foldout explains the scenes and brings to life a rich cast of heroes and heroines, as well as jealous deities. You'll glimpse into the fascinating world of Virgil: learn about his rural upbringing, his friendship with Rome’s first emperor, Augustus, and his dramatic plans for The Aeneid should he die before its completion.