The book by A.A. Neihardt “Legends and Stories of Ancient Rome” contains both the most famous and little-known legends and myths of ancient Rome to a wide circle of readers. Here you will find the stories of the powerful Jupiter, the lord of the sky, his wife Juno and daughter Minerva, the story of the god Janus, who before Jupiter was the ruler of heaven, and then gave up the throne to Jupiter, himself becoming the ruler of all principles, learn about ancient traditions and rituals, one of which are Luprecalia, the predecessors of the well-known Valentine's Day. The text is written in a lively, colorful language and will arouse unconditional interest among readers.