Famous Roman inventions of ancient times are among the first things that come to mind when discussing our ancient history: just to name a few, aqueducts, concrete that withstood the passing of time, and a vast network of roads that connected — and still connects — many parts of Italy and Europe.

These are all well-known contributions that left an indelible mark on the world, but the Romans also pioneered several other things that still influence the way we live: bound books, centralized heating, shopping malls, and even newspapers, they all come from the minds and ingenuity of our sandal-wearing ancestors!