|
The Ancient Greece of Odysseus
• Peter Connolly
• ARCHAEOLOGY
• YOUNG ADULTS
•
An illustrated retracing of the legendary hero's journey through the ancient Mediterranean world, much enhanced by site reconstructions and photographs depicting archaeological discoveries. For ages 12 to 14.
(GRE33, $15.95)
|
|
|
|
Ancient Greece, Cultural Atlas for Young People
• Anton Powell
• ARCHAEOLOGY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
•
An illustrated guide to Greek history, life and culture from the Bronze Age through Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic kingdoms.
(GRE42, $35.00)
|
|
|
|
The Children's Homer, The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy
• Padraic Colum
• Willy Pogany
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
•
Three-time Newbery Award-winning author Padraic Colum retells the great adventure stories for young readers.
(GRE46, $9.95)
|
|
|
|
A City Through Time, The Story of a City -- from Ancient Colony to Vast Metropolis
• Philip Steele
• Steve Noon
• HISTORY
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
•
An illustrated look at the chronology of a fictional Greek colony as it progresses from ancient to modern times.
(GRE199, $17.99)
|
|
|
|
Classic Myths to Read Aloud
• William F. Russell
• LITERATURE
• FAMILY
•
Short, suspenseful and recast in vivid, crystal-clear language for kids, these essential Greek and Roman myths can be read in a few minutes each.
(GRE19, $13.95)
|
|
|
|
Corydon & the Island of Monsters
• Tobias Druitt
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
•
A delightful look at Greek mythology from the perspective of the monsters.
(GRE275, $15.95)
|
|
|
|
D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths
• Ingri D'Aulaire
• Edgar D'Aulaire
• LITERATURE
• FAMILY
•
This beloved collection of Greek tales includes oversize, vivid illustrations. Intended for children ages 9-12.
(GRE75, $19.95)
|
|
|
|
Lost in the Labyrinth
• Patrice Kindl
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
•
The slaying of the Minotaur, reimagined from the perspective of his compassionate sister, Princess Xenodice.
(GRE342, $7.99)
|
|
|
|
The Minoans
• Don Nardo
• HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
•
A well-illustrated and informative introduction to the history and culture of the Minonans in the Lost Civilizations series geared for ages 12-15.
(GRE323, $29.95)
|
|
|
|
The Palace of Minos at Knossos
• Christopher Scarre
• HISTORY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
•
Legend holds that King Minos emprisoned the Minotaur at the palace of Knossos on Crete. This book explores the site's archeological history, utilising many excellent photos and diagrams.
(GRE343, $23.95)
|
|
|
|
The Persian Boy
• Mary Renault
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
•
The second of Renault's trilogy on the life and loves of Alexander the Great, this exhaustively researched historical novel focuses on Bagoas, the Persian slave boy who became the servant and lover of the king.
(GRE74, $14.95)
|
|
|
|
The Pocket Timeline of Ancient Greece
• Emma McAllister
• HISTORY
• YOUNG ADULTS
•
This colorful introduction to ancient Greek history will appeal to preteens, and is great for the whole family. Full of clear and interesting facts, it also features a (twelve page!) pull-out timeline.
(GRE242, $19.99)
|
|
|
|
Spend the Day in Ancient Greece
• Linda Honan
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
•
Subtitled "Projects and Activities that Bring the Past to Life," this book zooms in on the life of a family in ancient Greece, presenting their diet, clothing and way of life through 30 hands-on activities. Geared for kids ages 8-12.
(GRE60, $12.95)
|
|
|
