Ancient Greece by John Clare
Clare, John D. Ancient Greece. Gareth Stevens Pub., 2005. Call Number: 938 CLA Synopsis: This book takes a fascinating look at ancient Greece and what its artefacts tell us. Each chapter answers a question about the period, such as 'who were the ancient Greeks?', 'how did the Greeks communicate?' 'what was life like in ancient Greece?' and 'what did the ancient Greeks contribute to the world?'. Panels titled 'what does it tell us?' explore archaeological sites, artefacts and texts, and explain how historians have used these to piece together what life was like in the past. With fascinating colour photographs, a glossary, index, and further information section, this book provides a valuable insight into the ancient Greeks. |
Ancient Greece by Don Nardo
Nardo, Don. Ancient Greece. Kidhaven Press, 2004. Call Number: 938 NAR Synopsis: In some ways, the lives of the ancient Greeks were very much like those of people today. In other ways they were very different. This informative volume by a noted scholar introduces young readers to citizenship and government in ancient Athens; the Greek family and household; athletic training and competition; and religious beliefs and worship. |
Ancient Greece by Anne Pearson
Pearson, Anne. Eyewitness Ancient Greece. DK Pub., 1992. Call Number: 938 PEA Synopsis: Many of our Western traditions and legends come from ancient Greece, including the stories of Hercules, the greatest strong-man ever born. Ancient Greece comes alive in this book of gods and goddesses, arts, family life, and myths that still influence people. |
Technology in Ancient Greece by Charlie Samuels
Samuels, Charlie. Technology in Ancient Greece. Gareth Stevens Publishing, 2014. Call Number: 938 SAM Synopsis: Learn more about the culture and lives of the ancient Greeks through their agricultural, artistic, and mathematical achievements. Detailed sidebars complement the main historical content, while a timeline neatly summarizes ancient Greek history. From chapters about Aristotle and Archimedes to great Greek warships, each section has full-color images and photographs to inspire readers' own ingenuity. |
Going to War in Ancient Greece by Adrian Gilbert
Gilbert, Adrian. Going to War in Ancient Greece. Scholastic, 2001. Call Number: 355 GIL Synopsis: Contains information on the hoplites, gear, cavalry, sieges, navy, and history of the ancient Greek armies. |
An Ancient Greek Temple by John Malam
Malam, John, and Mark Bergin. An ancient Greek temple. P. Bedrick, 2002. Call Number: 726 MAL Synopsis: This text presents the inside story of the magnificent temples which were built by the Greeks to worship their many gods and goddesses. |
The Life and Times of Homer by Kathleen Tracy
Tracy, Kathleen. The life and times of Homer. Mitchell Lane Publishers, 2005. Call Number: B HOMER Synopsis: For almost 3,000 years, The Iliad and The Odyssey have thrilled people with tales of adventure in ancient Greece. The stories of Helen and Paris, the Greek gods, the Trojan War, Achilles and of Odysseus' ten years quest to return home after the war are known all over the world among all cultures. But so much about the life of Homer, responsible for the epic poems, remains a mystery. Despite the controversies surrounding him, Homer is still honored as one of civilization's greatest poets. His poems were so vivid that 19th century archaeologists used descriptions in The Iliad to locate the city of Troy. |
The Life and Times of Archimedes by Susan Zannos
Zannos, Susan. The life and times of Archimedes. Mitchell Lane Publishers, 2005. Call Number: B ARCHIMEDES Synopsis: Archimedes was one of the greatest mathematicians and inventors of the ancient world. His native city was Syracuse on the island of Sicily. When he was a young man, Archimedes was sent to study in Alexandria, which was the great intellectual center of the Mediterranean area during the Third Century B.C. There he met other brilliant mathematicians who became his friends. Even after they parted, when Archimedes returned to Syracuse, they wrote to each other sending the problems and theorems they were working on. Thanks to these letters we have many of Archimedes' theoretical writings. Back in Syracuse, King Hiero II, a friend and kinsman, asked Archimedes to use his mathematical genius to create practical solutions and inventions. The wonderful tools and weapons that Archimedes invented made him famous throughout the ancient world, and some such as levers and pulleys are still used today. |
The Life and Times of Socrates by Susan Zannos
Zannos, Susan. The life and times of Socrates. Mitchell Lane Publishers, 2005. Call Number: B SOCRATES Synopsis: Socrates, the great Athenian philosopher, was born during the Golden Age of Greece, one of the most glorious periods in human history. He grew up during the exciting days of Pericles in Athens, in the midst of the flowering of drama and poetry, the creation of magnificent architecture and sculpture, the writing of literature that has inspired mankind for 2,500 years. The glory of Athens, inspired by the Athenians' victory over the Persians against great odds, lasted less than 50 years. Socrates lived to see his city conquered by the Spartans from without and by a terrible plague from within. He tried to convince his fellow citizens to examine their own beliefs and behavior. |
Greek Myths by Geraldine McCaughrean
McCaughrean, Geraldine. Greek Myths. M.K. McElderry, 1993. Call Number: 292.2 MCC Synopsis: The heroes and heroines of ancient Greece--and their evil counterparts--come to life in this excellent introduction to mythology. Readers meet the curious Pandora, ultra-strong Heracles and the lovesick musician Apollo, among others, in these 16 exciting and mystical tales. |
Ancient Greek Myths and Legends by Philip Ardagh
Ardagh, Philip. World Book myths & legends series. World Book, 2002. Call Number: 398.2 ARD Synopsis: Retells some of the most famous Greek myths about gods, goddesses, humans, heroes, and monsters, explaining the background of the tales and how they have survived. |
Greek Mythology by Don Nardo
Nardo, Don. Greek Mythology. Kidhaven Press, 2002. Call Number: 398.2 NAR Synopsis: The characters and stories of Greek mythology have become part of the very fabric of Western culture, especially its literature, music, and visual arts (including motion pictures). In this fascinating volume, young readers are introduced to the mythical origins of the gods and humans; the adventures of the mighty Heracles (Hercules); the exciting Trojan War; and three timeless tales of love. |
Top Ten Greek Legends by Terry Deary
Deary, Terry. Greek Legends. Scholastic Childrens Books, 1998. Call Number: 292.1 DEA Synopsis: What was Hercules doing before he got his own TV show? This whimsical guide explains the key characters and themes of ten major Greek myths. Readers also get a glimpse of everyday life in ancient Greece |