Download or read book Meet the Ancient Romans written by James Davies and published by Templar Publishing. This book was released on 2018-02-22 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for readers who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Rome from gladiators to day to day life, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the bestselling Horrible Histories series. James Davies' stunning artwork and infographics provide a fresh nonfiction approach that is sure to captivate young readers.
Download or read book Meet the Ancient Greeks written by James Davies and published by Kings Road Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-31 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for readers who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Greece from religious ceremonies to day to day life, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the bestselling Horrible Histories series. James Davies' stunning artwork and infographics provide a fresh nonfiction approach that is sure to captivate young readers.
Download or read book Meet the Philosophers of Ancient Greece written by Patricia F. O'Grady and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2021-08-26 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ancient Greece was the cradle of philosophy in the Western tradition. Meet the Philosophers of Ancient Greece brings the thoughts and lives of the pioneers of Western philosophy down from their sometimes remote heights and introduces them to a modern audience. Comprising seventy essays, written by internationally distinguished scholars in a lively and accessible style, this book presents the values, ideas, wisdom and arguments of the most significant thinkers from the world of ancient Greece. Commencing with Thales of Miletus and continuing to the end of the Ancient Period of philosophy by way of Heraclitus, Parmenides, Protagoras, Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Archimedes, Epictetus this book explores the major contributions of each philosopher as well as looking at archaeological and historical sites where they lived, worked and thought. This book is an outstanding introduction to the world of the philosophers of Ancient Greece.
Download or read book Greek Myths written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-07-14 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautifully-illustrated book filled with over 30 Ancient Greek Myths for children aged 7-9. Journey into a world of gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, extraordinary creatures and fantastic monsters with this beautifully illustrated introduction to Ancient Greek mythology. Perfect for children aged 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 30 enthralling new retellings of favourite Greek myths as well as some you might not have heard before. Including ‘Theseus and the Minotaur’, ‘The 12 Labours of Herakles’, and the escapades of ‘Jason and the Argonauts’, each myth is told in engaging modern language, which is easy for children to understand yet still retains the humour and intrigue of the original tales. Encourage your children to explore: - Over 30 fascinating Greek myths, covering famous classics and lesser known stories - Striking illustrations by multi-award winning artist Katie Ponder - Stunning gold foil on the cover - A handy pronunciation guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader’s convenience - Key reference spreads combining the appeal of a story collection with key reference information A must-have volume for children aged 7-9 with an interest in Greek mythology and history, the additional feature pages delve deeper into the mythical world, providing profiles of the gods and a map detailing Odysseus’ long voyage home from the Trojan War. The reference section provides key background information, such as Ancient Greek storytelling and the incredible beasts of the myths, and a handy pronunciation guide. Greek Myths is the perfect gift, featuring stunning gold foil on the cover and beautiful illustrations throughout. Quench your child’s curiosity and thirst for knowledge, as they explore the enthralling tales, whether by themselves or to equally be enjoyed as bedtime stories alongside parents.
Download or read book Meet the Ancient Egyptians written by James Davies and published by Templar Publishing. This book was released on 2018-02-22 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for readers who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Egypt from gods and worship to mummification, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the best-selling Horrible Histories series. James Davies' stunning artwork and infographics provide a fresh nonfiction approach that is sure to captivate young readers.
Download or read book The Ancient Greeks written by Alexandra Villing and published by Getty Publications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Meet the people of ancient Greece, learn how they lived and worked, and see the sorts of objects they made and used. In profiling a wide range of people from this ancient society--from religious and government leaders to farmers, soldiers, and artisans to women and children--the author brings to life a distant and fascinating world. The lively text and wealth of illustrations of ancient Greek artworks and artifacts, including vases, statuary, religious objects, jewelry, and weapons, make this the perfect introduction to an ancient society that left such an extraordinary legacy to Western civilization. Ages twelve and up.
Download or read book TOOLS OF THE ANCIENT GREEKS written by Kris Bordessa and published by Nomad Press. This book was released on 2006-07-15 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tools of the Ancient Greeks: A Kid’s Guide to the History and Science of Life in Ancient Greece explores the scientific discoveries, athletic innovations, engineering marvels, and innovative ideas created more than two thousand years ago. Through biographical sidebars, interesting facts, fascinating anecdotes, and fifteen hands-on activities, readers will learn how Greek innovations and ideas have shaped world history and our own world view.
Download or read book Meet the Ancient Greeks written by Liz Miles and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2019-10-25 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dare you step into the past? When a mysterious door suddenly appears, you step through ... and find you have travelled back in time! Now your mission is to discover as much as you can about life in the ancient city of Athens, before the door back to the present vanishes. Find out: • What the sculptor is carving • Why the actor is wearing a mask • Why the priestess is wearing a mask • And much more! Perfect for kids aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Encounters with the Past gives young readers an opportunity to 'meet' people from different historical periods. Featuring an exciting mixture of historical recreation photography and illustrations, this full-colour series will shine a light on many subjects such as medicine, science, religion, the natural world and the afterlife.
Download or read book Wars of the Ancient Greeks Smithsonian History of Warfare written by Victor Davis Hanson and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2006-12-12 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This brilliant account covers a millennium of Greek warfare. With specially commissioned battle maps and vivid illustrations, Victor Davis Hanson takes the reader into the heart of Greek warfare, classical beliefs, and heroic battles. This colorful portrait of ancient Greek culture explains why their approach to fighting was so ruthless and so successful. Development of the Greek city-state and the rivalries of Athens and Sparta. Rise of Alexander the Great and the Hellenization of the Western world. Famous thinkers—Sophocles, Socrates, Demosthenes—who each faced his opponent in battle, armed with spear and shield. Unsurpassed military theories that still influence the structure of armies and the military today.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Ancient Greece written by Audrey Nelson Ph.D. and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2005-01-04 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The overwhelming influence of Ancient Greek culture on everything from science and literature to politics continues to be both relevant and hotly debated. In The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Ancient Greece, you are invited to meet the Ancient Greeks and to understand their legacy by entering their world. Profiles the most important contributions of Greek culture, including mythology, philosophy, medicine and the Olympic Games. Includes further reading and travel information to help in planning a personal odyssey.
Download or read book Meet the Ancient Greeks written by Xenophon Leon Messinesi and published by Caxton Press. This book was released on 1959-01-01 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Perfectly Martha written by Susan Meddaugh and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2004 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Martha discovers how the Perfect Pup Institute turns dogs into obedient robots and then does something about it.
Download or read book The Ancient Greek Hero in 24 Hours written by Gregory Nagy and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2020-01-10 with total page 657 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What does it mean to be a hero? The ancient Greeks who gave us Achilles and Odysseus had a very different understanding of the term than we do today. Based on the legendary Harvard course that Gregory Nagy has taught for well over thirty years, The Ancient Greek Hero in 24 Hours explores the roots of Western civilization and offers a masterclass in classical Greek literature. We meet the epic heroes of Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey, but Nagy also considers the tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, the songs of Sappho and Pindar, and the dialogues of Plato. Herodotus once said that to read Homer was to be a civilized person. To discover Nagy’s Homer is to be twice civilized. “Fascinating, often ingenious... A valuable synthesis of research finessed over thirty years.” —Times Literary Supplement “Nagy exuberantly reminds his readers that heroes—mortal strivers against fate, against monsters, and...against death itself—form the heart of Greek literature... [He brings] in every variation on the Greek hero, from the wily Theseus to the brawny Hercules to the ‘monolithic’ Achilles to the valiantly conflicted Oedipus.” —Steve Donoghue, Open Letters Monthly
Download or read book Myths Monsters and Mayhem in Ancient Greece written by James Davies and published by Kings Road Publishing. This book was released on 2021-05-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Greek myths are some of the oldest and most famous stories in the world. This striking new comic-book collection is the perfect introduction to the world of the gods - containing eight tales full of love, loss, greed, envy and bravery. From the mighty Zeus to Pandora and her little box of horrors, James Davies' retelling of the Greek myths breathe new life into these classic stories.
Download or read book If You Were Me and Lived In Ancient China written by Carole P. Roman and published by . This book was released on 2017-04-11 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn what kind of food you might eat in Ancient China, what colors could only be worn by royalty, what kind of names parents picked, and what children in the Han Dynasty children did for fun.
Download or read book The Athlete in the Ancient Greek World written by Reyes Bertolín Cebrián and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 2020-07-02 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the world of sports, the most important component is the athlete. After all, without athletes there would be no sports. In ancient Greece, athletes were public figures, idolized and envied. This fascinating book draws on a broad range of ancient sources to explore the development of athletes in Greece from the archaic period to the Roman Empire. Whereas many previous books have focused on the origins of the Greek games themselves, or the events or locations where the games took place, this volume places a unique emphasis on the athletes themselves—and the fostering of their athleticism. Moving beyond stereotypes of larger-than-life heroes, Reyes Bertolín Cebrián examines the experiences of ordinary athletes, who practiced sports for educational, recreational, or professional purposes. According to Bertolín Cebrián, the majority of athletes in ancient times were young men and mostly single. Similar to today, most athletes practiced sport as part of their schooling. Yet during the fifth century B.C., a major shift in ancient Greek education took place, when the curriculum for training future leaders became more academic in orientation. As a result, argues Bertolín Cebrián, the practice of sport in the Hellenistic period lost its appeal to the intellectual elite, even as it remained popular with large sectors of the population. Thus, a gap emerged between the “higher” and “lower” cultures of sport. In looking at the implications of this development for athletes, whether high-performing or recreational, this erudite volume traverses such wide-ranging fields as history, literature, medicine, and sports psychology to recreate—in compelling detail—the life and lifestyle of the ancient Greek athlete.
Download or read book The Ancient Greeks written by Elizabeth Andrews and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2022-12-15 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book introduces readers to the ancient Greek civilization. Dive into the complex history and accomplishments of the Greeks. Their mythology, philosophy, geography, and lasting impact on the world are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. Sidebars, maps, more facts, and QR codes are included in this title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.
