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The Ancient Greece of Odysseus
• Peter Connolly
• ARCHAEOLOGY
• YOUNG ADULTS
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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)
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Ancient Greece, Cultural Atlas for Young People
• Anton Powell
• ARCHAEOLOGY
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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An illustrated guide to Greek history, life and culture from the Bronze Age through Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic kingdoms.
(GRE42, $35.00)
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The Children's Homer, The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy
• Padraic Colum
• Willy Pogany
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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Three-time Newbery Award-winning author Padraic Colum retells the great adventure stories for young readers.
(GRE46, $9.95)
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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)
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An illustrated look at the chronology of a fictional Greek colony as it progresses from ancient to modern times.
(GRE199, $17.99)
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Classic Myths to Read Aloud
• William F. Russell
• LITERATURE
• FAMILY
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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)
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Corydon & the Island of Monsters
• Tobias Druitt
• LITERATURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A delightful look at Greek mythology from the perspective of the monsters.
(GRE275, $15.95)
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D'Aulaires' Book of Greek Myths
• Ingri D'Aulaire
• Edgar D'Aulaire
• LITERATURE
• FAMILY
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This beloved collection of Greek tales includes oversize, vivid illustrations. Intended for children ages 9-12.
(GRE75, $19.95)
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Greece! Rome! Monsters!
• John Harris
• Calef Brown
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A children's primer on Greek and Roman myths as seen through 20 notable monsters. Illustrator Calef Brown provides quirky, colorful illustrations, while John Harris describes each monster, from the terrifying to fanciful. With a pronunciation guide and a reading quiz. Ages 9-12.
(GRE171, $16.95)
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Greece, A True Book
• David Petersen
• Christine Petersen
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
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A welcome introduction to Greece for younger readers ages 6-8, including much information about modern Greece as well as an introduction to classic tales and personalities from the ancient world.
(GRE155, $6.95)
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Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece
• Sean Sheehan
• ART & ARCHITECTURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A survey from A to Z of the history, art, myths, culture, and everyday life of ancient Greece for kids ages nine and up. With 250 color and 50 black-and-white illustrations.
(GRE164, $19.95)
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The Parthenon, The Height of Greek Civilization
• Elizabeth Mann
• Yuan Lee
• ART & ARCHITECTURE
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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A lively history both of the construction of the Parthenon and of the historical and political climate surrounding it. Geared for ages 9-12, this book is one of a series by Elizabeth Mann on famous structures.
(GRE292, $22.95)
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The Pocket Timeline of Ancient Greece
• Emma McAllister
• HISTORY
• YOUNG ADULTS
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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, $17.95)
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Spend the Day in Ancient Greece
• Linda Honan
• CULTURAL PORTRAIT
• MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
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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)
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Troy
• Adele Geras
• LITERATURE
• YOUNG ADULTS
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A highly acclaimed young adult novel, essentially a retelling of "The Iliad" from four Trojan teenagers' points of view. Adele Geras won critical kudos for her book's historical accuracy and YA vigor.
(GRE156, $6.95)
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