Children's Ancient History Books

100 FACTS: GLADIATORS
by Rupert Matthews. Wonderful color photos, drawings, and a few B&W movie stills and photos. Condition: NEW 2010 Miles Kelly (UK) large soft cover, first printing. Content: Prepare to do battle with the finest warriors of ancient Rome. Discover everything you need to know about gladiators with this brilliant book. One hundred facts, fantastic images, and fun cartoons reveal all aspects of gladiatorial life, while quizzes test your knowledge. Get reading? Excellent book!. Junior High and up. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE AESOP FOR CHILDREN
by Aesop. Great Milo Winter color illustrations. Condition: Gently pre-read 2006 Scholastic large soft cover, 2nd printing. Content: Originally published in 1919, the illustrations have lost none of their appeal - and the stories, of course, are considerably older. One hundred twenty-six best-loved fables of Aesop. Reviewer: "This is a more complete collection [than other books], the fables are more fully developed with rich language, and the beautiful illustrations set it above the rest." and "This collection of some of the most memorable of Aesop's Fables is written in clear and elegant prose, beautifully illustrated, and perfect for pleasure reading and instruction. We use it as part of our homeschooling writing exercises. Our daughter reads a story, rewrites it in her own words, and illustrates it. We discuss the saying that attends each story and also the phrases that have become the common property of all people, for example, "a wolf in sheeps clothing". I cannot say enough good things about this book. At its low price this must be one of the best bargains on the planet. Enough said." Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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AESOP'S FABLES
beautiful, detailed color illustrations by Fulvio Testa. Condition: UNREAD, but not perfect, 1995 Harcourt Brace hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), fourth printing. Very light shelf wear. Book intended as a school supplemental book. Pale stamp inside front cover from the Barbara Jordan Library. Content: Twenty fables: The Old Lion and the Fox; Fox and the Stork; Wolf and His Shadow; Wolf and the Herron; Lion and the Boar; Lion, the Hare, and the Deer; Fox and the Grapes; Fox and the Crow; Lion and the Mouse; Hares and the Frogs; Tortoise and the Hare; Frog and the Ox; Dog and the Shell; Cicada and the Ants; Boar and the Fox; Little Bird and the Bat; Cat and the Mouse; Wolf and the Goat; Donkey and the Dog; Baby Crab and Her Mother. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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AIDA (Based on the opera by Giuseppe Verdi)
retold by Leontyne Price. Beautiful, detailed, historically correct color illustrations by Leo & Diane Dillon. Condition: UNREAD 1997 Voyager over-size soft cover, 6th printing. Light edge wear to the cover corner tips. Interoir perfect. Content: With depth and understanding, acclaimed diva Leontyne Price retells this famous opera about the beautiful princess of Ethiopia. “The Dillons magnificently capture the drama with powerful full-page illustrations that resemble stage sets. . . . Ideal for reading aloud during an Egyptian unit, in music classes, to children attending the opera, or for the pure aesthetic experience. Ages 8+. Adults will like it, too. Questions welcome [1 copy available]
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ALEXANDER THE GREAT: Legend of a Warrior King
by Peter Crisp. Fully illustrated with detailed, historically accurate color drawings by Peter Dennis. Condition: NEW 2003 DK (London) large soft cover, first printing. Content: DK books titles employ the familiar format of double-page chapters accompanied by numerous annotated illustrations, fact boxes, photographs, drawings, and maps. Alexander tracks the campaign of the king to conquer the world. Life in the Macedonian Empire, the battles in Asia Minor and the Persian Empire, and the attempt to conquer India are included. The high-quality color photographs and drawings make each page eye-catching and interesting. Excellent history; wonderful graphics. [1 copy available.]
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ANCIENT EGYPT (Eyewitness Expert)
by DK Publishing. Wonderful interactive color illustrations and projects. Condition: NEW 2007 DK "box of goodies" - first printing. Content: This is absolutely a treasure trove of goodies for the young Egyptologist! The box includes a book (hardcover with all color photos); a clip-art DVD; Expert files, a wall chart; maps, profile cards, and a model. Perfect for home schooling or for any classroom studying Ancient Egypt. Excellent!!! Ages 9+. Questions encouraged. [1 copy available.]
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ANCIENT EGYPT (Step Into the World of)
by Grandreams Books. Wonderful detailed color illustrations. Condition: NEW 2004 Grandreams (UK) hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), no printing given. Content: Mummies, tombs, treasures, kings and queens - enter the fascinating kingdom of ancient Egypt. Travel back in time to learn about the many bizarre beliefs and the interesting innovations of the ancient Egyptians. Witness their art, crafts and healing pactices. This illustrated book takes you on a virtual tour of the great pyramid-tombs and temples, the process of mummification and daily life in ancient Egypt. From all-important priests and pharaohs to sports and school life, this volume has informative write-ups as well as interesting Questions and answers, to unearth the age-old secets of the Egyptians. [1 copy available.]
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ANCIENT EGYPT REVEALED (DK Revealed Series)
by Peter Crisp. Fully illustrated with color photos & drawings. See-through mylar sheets (see below). Condition: NEW 2002 DK hardcover (pictorial boards) and DJ (with see-through sections - so no mylar jacket can be used), first American edition, first printing. Content: Gr. 4-8. DK's familiar combination of cross-sections, photos, drawings, and captions gives the effect of walking through a museum exhibit in this lavishly illustrated title. Traditionally rendered illustrations mix with computer graphics and transparent pages that allow the reader to peal away layers to reveal the inside of Tutankhamen's coffin (including the mummy's remains), an Egyptian work boat, and the great temple Abu Simbel. Each spread covers a different topic about life on the Nile, such as rulers and gods, warriors, notions of beauty, craftsmanship, methods of writing, techniques for building tombs, and mummification. The lively text includes a brief, exciting account of archaeologist Howard Carter's discovery of King Tutankhamen's tomb. Full of information, this versatile book offers plenty of report material, as well as an appealing format for browsers. Ages 9 - 12 but adults will love, also. Excellent history; wonderful graphics. [1 copy left]
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ANCIENT EGYPT (A Jump! History Book)
by Robert Nicholson and Claire Watts. Fully illustrated with color photos & drawings. Condition: NEW large softcover book from Two-Can (London), 1991 edition, 4th printing. Content: Great introduction for youngsters (ages 6+) to the world of the Ancient Egyptians - homeland, gods, temples, pharaohs, writing, farming, games, food, etc. Includes activities so it's perfect for homeschooling or teachers in public schools. Excellent history; wonderful graphics.
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ANCIENT EGYPT (Make History series)
by Nancy Fister & Charlene Olexiewicz. Color illustratins by Elizabeth Stubbs. Color photos by Ann Bogart. Condition: Gently pre-read 1996 Lowell House soft cover, first printing. Light edge wear. No problem, just pre-read. Content: A text which shows how to make a range of authentic-looking crafts, jewellery and toys from ancient Egypt, revealing what everyday life was like for the ancient civilisation. Illustrated in full colour throughout. Detailed "how-to" drawings. Questions welcome. [1 copy left]
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ANCIENT EGYPT (Ruth Heller's Designs for Coloring)
by Ruth Heller Trust. B&W detailed designs. Condition: NEW 1999 Grosset & Dunlap soft cover, no printing given. Content: Full-color cover and black-and-white interior illustrations by Ruth Heller Grab your markers, limber up your fingers, and get ready to color! These two new additions to Ruth Heller's best-selling series--featuring 31 intricate designs packed into each book--will keep amateur artists of all ages entertained for hours! The designs are printed on extra-heavy paper and are suitable for framing. Experience the decorative beauty and regal splendor of ancient Egypt in these ready-to-color designs of gods, pharaohs, and much more! Questions welcome. [1 copy left]
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ANCIENT EGYPTIAN CIVILIZATION (Turning Points in World History series)
edited by Brenda Stalcup. B&W maps & photos. Condition: NEW 2000 Greenhaven Press Trade Paperback, no printing given. Light edge wear. Content: A pithy and comprehensive book. Five chapters on the rise, royalty and religion, accomplishments, decline, and legacy of this ancient civilization are accompanied by a 14-page history of Egypt (with 2 maps), 23 reprints of primary-source documents, and reflective discussion questions. Several related asides are embedded in the chapters and six small illustrations add decoration and variety. The writing is clear and direct but the vocabulary is difficult. Overall, this is a good overview of ancient Egyptian culture, history, and events in a tight package. Grade 10 and up. [2 copies available]
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ANCIENT GREECE (DK Eyewitness series)
by Anne Pearson. As per all DK books, the color photos, maps, and drawings are splendid and historically accurate. Condition: NEW 2002 DK soft cover, 6th printing. Content: This Eyewitness guide to the Ancient Greek world provides information on the mythical heroes and gods as well as the temples and statues still surviving today. Topics: Greek World; Minoan civilization; Mycenaran civilization; To Troy and Back; Greek Expansion; Athens, City of Athena; Power and politics in Athens; gods, goddesses, and heroes; Festivals and oracles; Temples; At home; Women's world; Growing up in Greece; Fun and Games; Wining and dining; a day out; Body beautiful; Clothes for comfort; Greek games; Wisdom and beauty; Vases and vessels; Farming, fishing and food; Crafts, travel and trade; Warfare; State of Sparta; Science and medicine; Death and afterlife; Alexander and Hellenistic age; Did You Know?; Who's Who; Find out more; Glossary; and Index. [1 copy available]
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ANCIENT PEOPLES (Two-Can Discovery Guides)
by Claire Forbes.
Condition: New hardcover (pictorial boards) - no DJ issued. Full-color photos & illustrations. Content: This book looks at six ancient civilizations, the Maya, the Vikings, the Egyptians, the Greeks, the Romans, the Chinese. Some graphics are in the form of "comics" which should serve to keep the attention of even the youngest reader. Grades 5 and up. [3 copies available]
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ANCIENT ROME: TALES OF THE DEAD: A History Book with a Difference
by Stewart Ross. Excellent color illustrations by Inklink and Richard Bronson.
Condition: NEW 2005 DK over-sized hardcover (pictorial boards) & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing. Content: This volume in the hybrid series focuses on life in ancient Rome as seen through the eyes of a family of Africans brought to the city as slaves. Most of the book is made up of DK's usual highly informative, well-illustrated factual descriptions. The edges of each spread tell the fictional story of the family in graphic-novel style. The nonfiction is engrossing, pulling readers into aspects of everyday life, with great cutaways of a variety of buildings and events. The story of a family torn apart, brought back together, and saved at the last moment is fairly unrealistic. Meet Juba, a North African soldier hit by an arrow while defending his village against Roman forces. Read on as his children are captured and sold as slaves before ending up in the place every slave dreads - the Colosseum. Follow the action and discover what it was really like to live in the time of the Roman Empire. A chilling, thrilling novel guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat. [The graphics alone are typical of the DK excellence and can easily carry the novel.] Grades 3 and up. [2 copies available]
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THE ANCIENT WORLD: The Illustrated History Encyclopedia
by Charlotte Hurdman, Philip Steele, & Richard Tames. Beautiful color photos, maps, and historically accurate drawings illlustrate along with detailed "how-to" photos for making crafts associated with a historical division in the book. Condition: NEW 2003 Select Editions huge (8.5 x 11, 256 pages) and heavy (3 lb.) soft cover, first printing. Very light edge wear. Content: Discover what it was like to live in the Stone Age, ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome - beginning with the Hunters, Gatherers. Over 800 historical photographs and illustrations evoke the past, plus maps and timelines. The achievements and everyday life of four cultures that shaped human history. Step-by-step projects for historical modesl, costumes and recipes to make at home or school. excellent! Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE ANGLO-SAXONS (Look Into the Past series)
by Roger Coote. Color photos illustrate. Condition: NEW 1994 Thomson Learning hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), no printing given. Content: Told in color photos, this book informs youngsters about the people who invented the legends of Robin Hood and King Arthur. Through photos of artifacts and ancient books, you'll explore their culture and their history, including: the seven kingdoms that constantly battled each other; the small villages set up by individual families; the blacksmiths who made weapons and tools; the beautiful wove cloth traded all over Europe; and the huge feasts where they drank from hollowed-out animal horns. Their family life, clothing, warfare, religious beliefs, and more are covered in dramatic detail. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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Art Across the Ages: ANCIENT EGYPT (Reading Level 1)
by Kelly Campbell Hinshaw. Beautiful color photos by various artists. Condition: NEW 2008 Chronicle Books soft cover, first printing. Content: This distinctive art-history book is the one of the first titles in Chronicle's Art Across the Ages multilevel program for budding art lovers at different stages of development. With stunning photographs and simple text, it is an ideal introduction to the art of ancient Egypt. In Ancient Egypt, readers will learn about painted papyrus and pounded gold. The perfect blend of education and visual fun, this book makes a great addition to the home or classroom library. Level 1: Beginning For new readers who are dependent on others for help. The art and text are very closely tied to give beginning readers as much contextual help as possible. Questions welcome. [2 copies available]
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ARCHAEOLOGY (Kingfisher Knowledge series)
by Trevor Barnes. Foreword by Tony Robinson. Wonderful color photos and drawings plus color maps and some B&W era photos. Excellent selection. Condition: NEW 2004 Kingfisher hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), first printing. Content: Reviewer: "This is the sort of book that excites students and encourages them to dig deeper, great for engaging classroom discussions about civilizations of the past. The photo layout is excellent and the graphics, maps and models are wonderfully informative. The easy-to-read text is adequate for general overviews but has not been carefully edited - some glaring typos (like the "3000 A.D." Mesopotamia on page 11) make me doubt the accuracy of the reporting. That said, this reasonably-priced book is still an excellent choice for elementary and middle school libraries, and casual and beginning researchers will find this book scintillating and inspiring." Combining high-interest topics with colorful, eye-catching graphics, these sweeping surveys in the Kingfisher Knowledge series are tailor-made for hooking middle-graders, casual browsers, and reluctant older readers. In Archaeology, Barnes talks up the excitement of hands-on study of the past in a whirlwind tour of renowned finds, f rom Catal Huyuk to Great Zimbabwe. Platt offers quick looks at communications media, from bee dances to DVDs, before closing with vague comments on the perils of censorship and advertising. In both volumes, text blocks and big color photos or reconstructed scenes occupy roughly equal space on topical spreads, which are grouped into chapters, each of which concludes with a terse chapter summary plus sparse assortments of book citations, URLs, and brief definitions of relevant careers. Includes web sites, book lists, and places to explore. Grades 4 - 6+. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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ATLANTIS, THE LEGEND OF A LOST CITY
text and illustrations by Christina Balit. Simply beautiful color illustrations. Condition: NEW 2001 Scholastic soft cover (stapled wraps), first printing. Content: Through luminous illustrations and simple prose, Balit lures readers to Plato's legend of Atlantis. Poseidon, ruler of the water, falls in love with Cleito, a happy maiden on a small, rocky island. They marry, he transforms the island into a paradise, and she bears five sets of twin sons. Their descendants intend to rule the lands in accord with Poseidon's laws of peace, but throughout time become less godlike, prompting Poseidon to create a forceful storm that drives Atlantis to the bottom of the sea. Whimsical, buoyant images depict the sea and her creatures; raven and henna-haired Greek characters are painted in profile; tiny figures stroll hand in hand throughout palatial splendor during Atlantis's glory days, fighting amid ruins during the decline. Boldly colored illustrations extend the text with pleasing design covering three quarters of each double-page spread. An afterword by British historian Geoffrey Ashe mentions some of the theories associated with the myth. As a read-aloud to early elementary students, or a read-alone for older students, this picture book will captivate a new generation of children intrigued with the mysteries of this timeless legend. Grades 2 - 4. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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ATLANTIS, THE LOST CITY? (DK Readers Level 4)
by Andrew Donkin. As always, beautiful color photos and drawings with a few B&W era photos. Condition: NEW 2000 DK Readers Trade Paperback, first American edition, 8th printing. Content: This book probes the question of truth or myth. Follow the evolution of a mystery that has captured the human imagination from ancient Greece to the present. These stories testify to the courage of the human spirit. These 48-page books about fascinating subjects like pirates, mummies, and volcanoes are for proficient readers who can understand a rich vocabulary and challenging sentence structure. In addition to the stunning photographs, informative sidebars, and glossary, readers will find archival photographs and paintings. Averaging 4,500 to 5,000 words in length, Level 4 books are 40 percent pictures and 40 percent text. The Dorling Kindersley Readers combine an enticing visual layout with high-interest, easy-to-read stories to captivate and delight young bookworms who are just getting started. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these engaging books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. Grades 2 - 4. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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BEASTS OF MYTH AND MYSTERY
by Michael St. John Parker. Beautiful color illustrations by Andrew Jamieson. Condition: NEW 2007 Wessex (UK) soft cover, first prnting. Gilt lettering and design front cover. Content: Beasts and monsters, like ghoss, always exercise a peculiar fascination over the human mind, even though they embody terrors, horrors, matters from which we recoil. The exact origins of some of the bests of myth and mystry which have come to us from the ancient world have perhaps been lost in the mists of time. This selection of beasts of European myth and legend, however, gives a glimpse of the perilous world that lurked beyond the ordinary daily consciousness of the folk for whom these stories had great meaning. Many of the beasts described in this book have made their appearance in Rowling's Harry Potter stories, Lewis' Narnia stories, and Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. Questions welcome. [1 copy left]
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BENIN, LORDS OF THE RIVER (Kingdoms of Africa series)
by Philip Koslow. Wonderful color photos of artifacts and repros of art work plus some B&W era photos. Condition: UNREAD, but not perfect, 1996 Chelsea House hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ), first printing. This is a library book that was never checked out - with 2-3 library markings. Light shelf wear. Content: In A.D. 900, the Edo people of West Africa created the kingdom of Benin in the fertile region of the Niger Delta. Its traditional government, comprising a ruling oba and a council that checked the oba's power, equaled the European states in sophistication. Benin's renowned sculptors produced amazing life-like heads that were used in funeral ceremonies and shrines for former rulers. Contct with Europe led to a golden age of art and commerce in Benin but eventually resulted in a devastating slave trade, which Benin survived by maintaining cultural and artistic traditions that have endured for 1,000 years. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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BRIGID'S CLOAK: An Ancient Irish Story
by Bryce Milligan. Beautifully illustrated by Helen Cann. Condition: NEW 2002 Eerdmans hardcover (pictorial boards) & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing. Tiny edge wear to DJ top edge. Content: Milligan's folktale-flavored telling, which incorporates elements of Druidic and early Christian beliefs, introduces Brigid, one of Ireland's favorite saints, in a story that reveals the origin of her reputation for generosity. Borders of Celtic designs frame Cann's mixed-media pictures and add both authenticity and wonder to the tale, which begins with her birth and goes on to tell of a vision in which she is transplanted to Jerusalem at the time of Jesus' birth, welcomes Mary and Joseph, and helps care for the newborn baby Jesus. A full-page close-up of a Druid wizard holding the infant Brigid, wrapped in the blue cloak he gave her, is particularly impressive; his light-green eyes exude wisdom as his white hair flows around his face. Just as good is the portrait of the Holy Family, with Brigid in their midst, which evokes the peace and happiness Brigid feels at Mary's kind words, "Thank you, child of the West. Your generosity will be remembered always." An author's note explains more about Brigid and the stories surrounding her cloak. Grades 1 - 4. [1 copy left]
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CAT MUMMIES
by Kelly Trumble. Color illustrations by Laszlo Kubinyi. Condition: Very good gently pre-read 1998 Scholastic softcover first printing. Small edgewear with light rubbing bottom front cover at hinge. Interior perfect. Content: Trumble explains and elaborates on a fact that most children's books just make mention of: Egyptians worshipped cats and mummified them using the same techniques they used to preserve their pharaohs. Extensive research is evident in the many original sources quoted and the lengthy bibliography. What emerges from this volume is a fascinating legend of how the Egyptians' devotion to the sacred animals became fanatical?people would rescue their felines from burning buildings and let their belongings go up in smoke?and eventually led to their downfall. In 525 B.C., the Persians shrewdly released cats onto the battlefield; the Egyptians were so confused by trying to avoid killing the whiskered deities that they lost the war. Kubinyi's soft-focus watercolors work well to explain and break up the text. Footnotes, a chronology, a glossary, and a list of museums with cat mummies all reiterate the author's thoroughness in researching her topic. Recommended for 8 - 12 year-olds, but adults will love this book, too. Wonderful information; detailed illustrations.
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THE CELTIC WORLD (Step Into series for Children)
by Fiona Macdonald. Wonderful color photos and detailed drawings plus detailed "how-to" photos for projects. Condition: NEW 1999 Lorenz large hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), first printing. Several, very small, pale impressions front cover. Content: Appealing, authoritative history books that capture the atmosphere and reality of the world's great cultures and civilizations. Inspiring and relevant craft projects further involve the reader in an active learning experience. Valuable and lively reference for school and home. Celtic history plus gods and goddesses, crafts, and a section on "missionaries and monks." Excellent. Questions encouraged. [1 copy available]
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CLASH OF THE TITANS (Movie Novelization for Kids)
adaptred by Hans Pemsteen. Based on the screenplay by Beverly Cross. Color illustrations by Mike Eagle. Condition: Very Good, pre-read 1981 Golden Books large hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), no printing given. Tiny shelf wear but no major problems - just pre-read. Content: With the aid of his father Zeus, Prince Perseus rescues Andromeda from the curse of Calibos, then sets out to destroy the sea monster Kraken. One of the most beloved fantasy movies of all times, the 1981 movie was directed by Desmond Davis and starred a young and handsome Harry Hamlin, Burgess Meredity, Sir Laurence Olivier, Claire Bloom, Maggie Smith, Ursula Andress, the beautiful Judi Bowker, and Siân Phillips. A great way to get kids interested in Greek mythology - show them the movie and then let them read the book. [1 copy available]
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CLEOPATRA
by E. E. Rice. B&W photo section. Condition: NEW 1999 Sutton (UK) Trade Paperback, no printing given. Light shelf wear to 4-5 pages fore edges. Content: Cleopatra ruled Ptolemaic Egypt from 51-30 BC and was the last Macedonian ruler of that country. This pocket-sized biography explores her life, examining her romantic relations with Caesar and Marc Antony, the war with Rome and her alleged suicide (using an asp) after Antony fell upon his sword. Junior High School level. [1 copy available]
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CLEOPATRA
by Diane Stanley. Beautiful, historically accurate color illustrations by Peter Vennema. Color maps. Condition: NEW c. 2001 Scholastic soft cover, 4th printing. Content: The dazzling Egyptian queen proves a fertile subject for Stanley and Vennema, who have produced other notable biographies. Here they make a seemingly effortless leap into ancient times, masterfully relating Cleopatra's life story through words and pictures. A succinct preface places the tale in historical context, noting that much of what is known about Cleopatra is based on legend or gossip--and that most accounts of her life were penned by her enemies. Stanley includes occasional quotes from the writings of Plutarch as she ably distills complex political machinations as well as the particulars of Cleopatra's often enigmatic private life, including her banishment from Alexandria and her fateful love for first Julius Caesar and then Mark Antony. Vennema's stunning gouache paintings spotlight the artist's trademark, period detail--attention is lavished upon simulating mosaics, for example, which serve as background for the text blocks. This peerless author/artist team makes the captivating, ultimately tragic Cleopatra seem astoundingly real. Ages 7-up. [1 copy available]
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A COLORING BOOK OF TUT-ANKH-AMUM (Tutankhamun)
by Cyril Aldred. B&W drawings. Condition: NEW 1995 Bellerophon Books soft cover, no printing given. Content: The pictures in this book are largely taken from the glorious scenes of the small shrine of Tutankhamun. There are earings and such to cut out, and the text which accompanies each scene is written by Cyril Aldred, the author of Akehenaten & Nefertil. This is a wonderful book!!!! [1 copy available]
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CRAFTS FROM THE PAST: THE GREEKS
by Gillian Chapman. Color illustrations by Teri Gower. Condition: UNREAD 2003 Heinemann Library/Chick-fil-A softcover edition. Still shrink-wrapped. Content: Brief snippets of text make for coverage of the Greek empire, but crafts - not history - are the focus of this series, and sufficient information is given to put the crafts into a cultural context. The colorful crafts are attractive, often ambitious, and generally reflective of the culture. Full-color diagrams and photographs of completed projects. [2 copies available]
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DISCOVERING ANCIENT EGYPT (Magic Skeleton Book for Kids)
by James Harrison. Color illustrations by Jan Smith. Cross sections by Peter Bull. Wonderful color illustrations and historically correct. Condition: NEW 2004 Pinwheel (UK) hardcover (pictorial boards -no DJ issued), assumed first printing. Content: Join tour guide Abdul and his group of young tourists on their visits to ancient sites in exicitng Egypt. See an ancient Egyptian nobleman's house, a dhow, one of the pyramids at Giza, a temple at Abu Simbel and a stone tablet covered with hieroglyphs. Read all the fun facts about life in ancient Egypt. Then pull the tabs to see how everything looked in ancient Egptian times! The pull-outs appear in B&W untill pulled and then they appear in living color. This is an excellent book for kids. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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DISCOVERING ANCIENT GREECE (Magic Skeleton Book for Kids)
by Janet Sacks. Color illustrations by Jan Smith. Cross sections by Peter Bull. Wonderful color illustrations and historically correct. Condition: NEW 2005 Pinwheel (UK) hardcover (pictorial boards -no DJ issued), assumed first printing. Content: It takes a little magic to return to Ancient Greece--but that's what kids can do, if they pull the tabs. Suddenly, all the wonders of the classical world appear, and the everyday things too, including pottery, water clocks, and coins. Of course, you'll get to visit all the important sights, like the Parthenon, but the brilliantly colorful spreads also provide lots of information on Athenian democracy, philosophy, science, and crime and punishment. Find out how the Greeks developed the art of drama, the way they waged war, and the background behind the Olympics. It's a fun trip to a fascinating time. Ages 5+. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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DISCOVERING PREHISTORY (How It Works series)
by Robert Muir Wood. Fabulous color drawings, cutaways, and "how-they-did-it illustrations in the DK-style. Condition: UNREAD 1998 Horus (UK) large soft cover, third impression. Light edge wear. Content: This is one fabulous book for kids and home schooling (unless you think the world is only 5,000 years old.) How old is the Earth? When did the dinosaurs disappear? What were the first tropical rain forests like? What was life like for people in the distant past? In the pages of this book you will lean how evidence is gathered, analyzed and pieced together, so that questions like these can be answered. Fascinating illustrations reveal the work behind excavations and reconstructions and show how secrets from the past can be drawn from rocks and fossils. Lucid text and labels clearly explain the complex methods used by archaeologists, geologists and other scientists in discovering the distant past. Wood is an international consultant on Earth sciences and has been on many scientific expeditions. He is author of several books, including The Picture Atlas of Prehistoric Life and has been a regular contributor to the New Scientist magazine. In his spare time he enjoys telling stories about prehistoric animals to his three young children. Questions welcome. [1 copy available.]
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EGYPT: A Magic 3-Dimensional Ancient World (Step Inside book)
text by Ronne Randall. Paper engineering by Richard Jewitt. Beautiful color illustraitons by Brian Palmer. Condition: NEW 2007 Sterling hard cover (no DJ issued), first US printing. [1 copy available] Content: Welcome to Ancient Egypt! Guided by ten-year-old Seneb, children can take a journey to the town of Kahun, right on the banks of the River Nile. And it’s a good time to visit, because one of Egypt’s famed pyramids is nearly finished—after 20 years of work. Workers scramble to load building materials on to boats; people rush to the market; and Seneb’s family prepares for a celebratory feast. Each incredible 3-D display is filled with extensive detail, from the cats at the market to the desert in the far distance; from boats crossing the river to the faraway homes; from priests wrapping mummies to the elaborate funeral processions. Ages 6 +. Wonderful! Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE EGYPTIAN POLAR BEAR (Historical Fiction)
text and beautiful color illustrations by JoAnn Adinolfi. Condition: UNREAD, but not perfect, 1994 Houghton Mifflin hardcover (pictorial boards) & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing. Light shelf wear to DJ edges. Interior perfect. A beautiful book! Content: How do I love this book? Let me count the ways! This stylish picture book was born when Adinolfi, a first-time author and illustrator, serendipitously stumbled across a scholarly reference to a burial vault for a polar bear in an Egyptian tomb. Whimsically detailed, jewel-bright illustrations lead readers on the fantastical journey of a lonely polar bear named Nanook. A strong current sweeps the bear from his Arctic home to the Egyptian court of the lonely boy king Rahotep, who quickly elects Nanook the Royal Playmate. Adinolfi makes hay with the unlikely juxtaposition of this symbol of the frozen north in the arid North African landscape-we see Nanook nearly capsizing a sleek boat in the crocodile-filled Nile, hunting sphinx and griffin, lumbering through the palace and knocking over statues of gods, at play amid the pyramids, and so on. Intense colors and a lively sense of visual humor give this artwork an effective edge. Ages 4-8. [1 copy available]
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AN EGYPTIAN TOWN (See Inside series)
edited by R.J. Unstead. Wonderful color art with great cutaways. Condition: Gently pre-read, IF at all, 1986 Barnes & Noble soft cover, revised edition. Content: This is a great look at Egyptian society from the "inside." Reviewer: "This small but colorful book is part of the See Inside series, which gives the young reader a look into life in a different time, through the use of colorful illustrations and cutaway peeks behind the scenes. This particular book looks at life in the city of Akhetaten in the second millennium B.C., showing how the city was laid out, how its houses were build, and how its people lived and worked. The final section of the book is an interesting two-page chronology that gives some highlights of world history from 3100 to 50 B.C. As might be expected with a book published in 1986, some of the information in this book has been superseded by later findings. But, I do think that the importance of this book is not the text (of which there is rather little), but in the excellent pictures and cutaways looks into Egyptian architecture. If you, or your young reader, are interested in what the world of ancient Egyptians really looked like, and what their homes looked like, then I highly recommend this book to you." Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE EGYPTOLOGY HANDBOOK: A Course in the Wonders of Egypt
by Emily Sands and The Templar Company. Wonderful, historically accurate (and fun) color illustrations by Ian Andrew. Condition: NEW 2005 Candlewick hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), first printing. Gilt lettering front cover. Content: Inside this indispensable and beautifully illustrated workbook is everything you need to know to become an esteemed Egyptologist. As readers of the fascinating "Egyptology" are all too aware, the feisty explorer Emily Sands mysteriously vanished on an expedition up the Nile in 1927. But in a remarkable turn of fortune for Miss Sands's many fans, detectives have uncovered a second volume penned in her own hand — a course book on ancient Egyptian history and culture intended for the voyager's beloved niece and nephew. Now available to budding Egyptologists everywhere, this comprehensive volume — illustrated by the same artists who lent their talents to EGYPTOLOGY — is brimming with facts on ancient Egyptian culture and history, followed by intriguing assignments and fill-in opportunities on everything from archaeological finds to theories on how the pyramids were built. Among the book's delightful novelty elements are: An envelope containing Miss Emily Sands's Top Ten Things to See in Egypt; Flaps to lift, revealing hidden treasure in desert sands; A four-page foldout section full of stickers featuring treasures from King Tut's tomb and other ancient Egyptian artifacts. Educational and fun. Great gift and great for homeschooling. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF PRESERVED PEOPLE: Pickled, Frozen and Mummified Corpses from Around the World
by Natalie Jane Prior. Great color photos plus entertaining color drawings by Karen Carter. Condition: NEW 2003 Crown hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), first printing. Content: Preserved people can tell us things that skeletons can't-hairstyles and tattoos can tell us what people looked like, full stomachs can tell us what thev ate, and autopsies can reveal what diseases they suffered. With sections on Egyptian mummies, bog bodies, Einstein's brain, and the Ice Man, The Encyclopedia of Preserved People provides a fascinating look at those men, women, and children whose bodies have been preserved until the present day. It proves that history is not about dull dates, but about people who laughed, cried, ate, and worked, just like us-yet who were also incredibly different. It includes an index and a bibliography and is illustrated by over 30 full-color photographs. Ages 9 - 12. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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EVERYDAY LIFE IN ANCIENT GREECE: Discover how the Greeks lived, played, worked, and fought. (Clues to the Past series)
by Anne Pearson. Color photos and wonderful color, historically accurate illustrations by Ed Dovey. Condition: NEW 1996 Franklin Watts hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), third printing. Content: This book devotes double-page spreads to topics such as food, clothing, housing, religion, and education. The full-color illustrations depict scenes such as planting and harvesting, food preparation, funeral rites, and warfare. Photographs of artifacts, pottery, and jewelry also appear. Introductory material offers a brief overview of the long and complicated history of Greece. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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EXPLORE ANCIENT GREECE!: 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments
by Carmella Van Vleet. Clever B&W illustrations by Alex Kim. Condition: NEW 2008 Nomad large soft cover, first printing. Content: From the Olympics and Sparta to the Trojan Horse and the birth of democracy, this interactive reference delves into one of the world’s most fascinating civilizations—ancient Greece—and illustrates how deeply it continues to influence modern life. Utilizing easily obtainable materials and requiring scant adult supervision, 25 hands-on projects instantly immerse kids in ancient Greek culture while diagrams, facts, jokes, and activities educate young readers on topics such as housing, food, clothing, toys, and science in this golden Mediterranean society. Step-by-step instructions are provided for each project, which include creating a Greek vase, an Olympic wreath, and a Trojan Horse, as well as participating in a Greek trial. Fun book about an otherwise daunting culture. Kids will enjoy the format of the book with its cartoon-like drawings and jokes. The text is punctuated with fun fonts and sidebars that enrich the historical narrative of the text. Very fun activities make learning about this culture a great experience. Excellent for homeschooling or public classrooms. [1 copy available]
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EXPLORE THE WORLD OF EXOTIC RAINFORESTS
by Anita Ganeri. Color illustrations by Robert Morton. Condition: Very Good condition, 1992 over-sized Golden Book hardcover (pictorial boards), no edition given. Tiny shelfwear to corners. Interior clean. A few small rubbing spots back cover. Content: Covers all of life in a rainforest: spiders, monkeys, snakes & lizards, birds, sloths, butterflies, etc. and tribal life. Detailed and accurate color illustrations.
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FAVORITE GREEK MYTHS
retold by Mary Pope Osborne. Beautiful color illustrations and B&W drawings by Troy Howell. Condition: UNREAD, but not perfect, 1990 Scholastic soft cover, 17th printing. Tiny edge wear with shelf wear "bump" back cover spine. Interior perfect. Content: This handsome collection consists of a dozen tales from Greek mythology, most drawn from Ovid's Metamorphoses , including the stories of Echo and Narcissus, Ceres and Proserpine, Cupid and Psyche, King Midas. Osborne's retellings are both lively and descriptive, while Howell's full-color, often iridescent illustrations set the scene and mood at the start of each tale. Taken together, they provide a solid and highly readable introduction to the major Greco-Roman gods and goddesses and the myths that have profoundly shaped Western thought and literature. Helpful back-matter includes a list of key characters, partial lexicon of modern words drawn from the myths, bibliography and index. Ages 7-11. Myths: Chariot of the Sun God (Phaeton & Helios; Golden Touch (Bacchus & King Midas); Lost At Sea (Ceyx & Alycone); Weaving Contest (Minerva & Arachne); Apollo's Tree (Apollo & Daphne); Face in the Pool (Echo & Narcissus); Kidnapping (Ceres & Proserpina); Great Bear (Callisto & Arcus); Journey to Underworld (Orpheus & Eurydice); Golden Apples (Atalanta & Hippomenes; Four Tasks (Cupid & Psyche); Mysterious Visitors (Baucis & Philemon; God, Goddesses, & Mortals; Modern Words with Greek Origins; and Bibliography. Questions welcome. [3 copies available]
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GIFT OF THE NILE: An Ancient Egyptian Legend (Legends of the World series)
retold by Jan Mike. Beautiful use of turquoise, gold, yellow, pearl and charcoal make for wonderful color illustrations by Charles Reasoner. Condition: NEW 1994 Troll soft cover, second printing. Light hinge crease when blank bookplate was put in. Content: Based upon an ancient hieroglyph, this folktale tells of the Pharoah Senefru and the young woman, Mutemwia, who is given to him by her father as a gift. Wise, talented, and forthright, she soon becomes the Pharoah's special confidante. But when she confesses her homesickness to him, he imprisons her. Soon he, too, loses interest in life, and asks his magician for help. In the end, Mutemwia is granted her freedom, but she remains Senefru's truest friend. Mike's retelling is vivid in places, but stilted language and a choppy style reduce its power and appeal. The story itself goes in too many directions to build effectively. Although there is some explanatory material on the last page, there is no pronunciation guide. The characters in Reasoner's illustrations don't have mouths. If this is a characteristic of hieroglyphs, an explanation, or at least a reproduction of a hieroglyph of a human (other objects are offered on the last page) would be useful. Problems with color reproduction give the characters inconsistent skin tones. While the illustrations pick up many of the motifs of the hieroglyphs, as well as pyramids first built by Senefru, both the visuals and the text are, at best, average. Grades 1 - 3. [1 copy available]
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GLADIATOR
by Richard Watkins. Excellent, historically correct charcoal illustrtions by the Author. Condition: UNREAD 1997 Houghton Mifflin hardcoer & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing. Light edge wear to DJ edges (shelf wear). Content: The rectangular picture-book format is perfect for a book that describes the incredibly long history of the Roman games. In Watkins's dramatic and realistic charcoal-and-pencil drawings, placed against stark white pages, readers see the bizarre equipment of the gladiators, the exotic animals brought to the arenas, and the complex architecture and advanced technology involved in the construction of the great amphitheaters of the Roman Empire. The 12 brief chapters nicely balance the pictures with amazing facts about the 7 centuries of official arena shows. The horror of blood sports is not shown in the precisely detailed drawings but lies in the statistical information about the numbers of victims and the long popularity of death-centered entertainments. Watkins's research in recent and scholarly books of history reveals the political uses of the games, the central role of the hundreds of amphitheaters throughout the Empire, and the reluctance of both people and government to give up the games. The glamour of the gladiators as superheroes will draw readers to learn about the contests, the weapons, the bloodshed, and the inhumanity of a culture that for centuries celebrated death as public sport. Watkins handles a difficult subject well, stressing the games as so fixed in the history and politics of the Roman world that reminders of their long duration can be seen today. If any single title can turn sports-minded young people into students of history, this is the book to do it. Grades 7-9+. [1 copy available]
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GLADIATOR (Paperback)
by Richard Watkins. Excellent, historically correct charcoal illustrtions by the Author. Condition: UNREAD 1997 Houghton Mifflin soft cover, 8th printing. Perfect. Content: The rectangular picture-book format is perfect for a book that describes the incredibly long history of the Roman games. In Watkins's dramatic and realistic charcoal-and-pencil drawings, placed against stark white pages, readers see the bizarre equipment of the gladiators, the exotic animals brought to the arenas, and the complex architecture and advanced technology involved in the construction of the great amphitheaters of the Roman Empire. The 12 brief chapters nicely balance the pictures with amazing facts about the 7 centuries of official arena shows. The horror of blood sports is not shown in the precisely detailed drawings but lies in the statistical information about the numbers of victims and the long popularity of death-centered entertainments. Watkins's research in recent and scholarly books of history reveals the political uses of the games, the central role of the hundreds of amphitheaters throughout the Empire, and the reluctance of both people and government to give up the games. The glamour of the gladiators as superheroes will draw readers to learn about the contests, the weapons, the bloodshed, and the inhumanity of a culture that for centuries celebrated death as public sport. Watkins handles a difficult subject well, stressing the games as so fixed in the history and politics of the Roman world that reminders of their long duration can be seen today. If any single title can turn sports-minded young people into students of history, this is the book to do it. Grades 7-9+. [1 copy available]
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GODS AND GODDESSES FROM GREEK MYTHS
by Pat Posner. Interesting color illustrations by Olwyn Whelan. Condition: NEW 2002 Peter BEdrick hardcover (pictorial boards no DJ issued), first printing. Content: Covers Zeus & Olympians; Aphrodite & Hephaestus; Apollo & Lyre; Artemis & Orion; Persrphone & Hades; Athena & Poseidon; and Glossary (excellent). Ages 6+. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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GODS & GODDESSES IN THE DAILY LIFE OF THE ANCIENT ROMANS
by Peter Hicks. Wonderful detailed, historically accurate color drawings by Mark Bergin and John James. Condition: Very good, pre-read 2002 McGraw-Hill large hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), no printing given. Content: Excellent, mostly visual history of the ancient Roman daily life especially for young children. It considers the way religious beliefs affected culture-- from food, drink, and entertainment to rituals surrounding birth and death. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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GODS & GODDESSES IN THE DAILY LIFE OF THE VIKINGS
by Jen Green. Wonderful detailed, historically accurate color drawings by Mark Bergin. Condition: Gently pre-read 2002 Wayland large hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), no printing given. Content: Excellent, mostly visual history of the Vikings daily life especially for young children. Questions welcome.
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GODS & GODDESSES OF ANCIENT CHINA
text and bright color illustrations by Leonard Everett Fisher. Decorated end pages. Condition: NEW 2003 Holiday House hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), first edition. Content: Fisher continues his series about world deities with this picture-book overview of ancient Chinese mythology. Beginning with an introduction that mentions Qin Shi Huangdi, China's First Supreme Emperor, Fisher offers very brief historical and cultural background to China's deities, including the interesting point that the immortals often mirrored the status and behavior of human beings. Profiles of 17 gods and goddesses follow, each one presented on a double-page spread that includes a roughly brushed portrait opposite a few paragraphs summarizing the figure's corresponding legend. The condensed mythology may strike some as too abbreviated, and a few of the portraits appear a bit blurred and indistinct. But as in his previous mythology titles, Fisher combines concise, accessible language, colorful art, and exciting stories about figures that aren't often covered in books for youth. A note describing how the artist determined the gods' appearances might have been interesting, but with a bibliography, pronunciation guides, a glossary, and map, this will still be a useful addition to mythology units. Gades 2 - 5. Questions welcome. [1 copy left]
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GODS & HEROES: Pop-Up (Encyclopedia Mythologica series)
by Matthew Reinhart & Robert Sabuda. Fabulous - yes, Fabulous - large, detailed color pop-ups. Condition: NEW 2010 Walker Books (UK) really big pop-up hard cover book, first printing. Content: Fabulous - only word that really describes this book. BIG pop-ups in full color of ancient Egyptian god; Pantheon of ancient Greece; The Argo of ancient myth; Pele of Oceania; and a Chinese dragon. Each pop-up has a history of the subject with little "envelopes" of history which reveal smaller pop-ups dealing with the same character. How do I love this book? Let me count the ways! Ages 7+. [1 copy available]
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THE GOLDEN FLEECE and the Heroes Who Lived Before Achilles
by Padraic Colum. B&W drawings by Willy Pogany. Condition: Very good c. 1967 reprint of 1921 MacMillan hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket). Gently pre-read book, interior clean & tight. DJ has edgewear bottom & top spine & book is very slightly cocked. Actually, a nice copy. Content: Describes the cycle of myths about the Argonauts and the quest for the Golden Fleece, as well as the tales of the Creation of Heaven and Earth, the labors of Hercules, Theseus and the Minotaur, etc. Questions welcome.
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THE GREEK NEWS: The Greatest Newspaper in Civilization (800 B.C. - 300 B.C.)
by Anton Powell and Phillip Steele. Angus McBride cover art with interior color graphics by various artists. Condition: UNREAD 1996 Candlewick Press large soft cover, second printing. Content: In newspaper style, this book details news, history, fasion, culture, theater, and food of the Greek empire. It also covers Alexander the Great, Spartan culture, ship design, slave trade, the Olympics, and much more. Excellent for home schooling and for teachers of younger children. I can't say enough good things about this book. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE GREEKS (Footsteps in Time series)
by Sally Hewitt. Color photos and drawings illustrate. Condition: NEW 1995 Children's Press hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), 6th printing. Content: This book provides information and craft activities to teach ancient Greek history to 5 to 7 year old children. Photographs illustrate the activity spreads while colour artwork illustrates the information spreads. Fun artwork accompanies text throughout. Step-by-step directions for crafts. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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HERCULES AND OTHER GREEK MYTHS
by Mark Gave. Lovely color illustrations by Jerry Harston. Condition: NEW 1997 GT hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), no printing given. Content: Here are the original tales behind the many popular films and television shows. This book features three fascinating Greek myths: The Twelve Labors of Hercules, King Midas, and The Golden Apple. Full-color illustrations. [1 copy available.]
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HERCULES: THE WRATH OF POSEIDON
by John Gregory Betancourt. Latif Kazbekov cover art. Condition: NEW 1997 TOR papearback, first printing. Content: When Poseidon, the god of the seas, threatens to destroy Troy with a terrible sea creature, Hercules shows up on the scene, determined to slay the creature and save the beautiful Princess Almacea. Young Adult. [2 copies available.]
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HISTORY DUDES: ANCIENT EGYPTIANS
by Laura Buller. Great comic color illustrations by Rich Cando - kids will love it! Condition: NEW 2007 DK hardcover (pictorial boards -no DJ issued), first pritning. Content: Reviewers: "DK is known for books with great information presented in creative ways, and this is definitely in that line. Ancient Egyptian history is lively and fun, and gives a picture of Ancient Egyptian life. What a way to sneak in a little learning in the process. Love the illustrator's style and find the characters are so endearing and funny. If you're a fan of the "Horrible Histories" series by Terry Dreary, then you'll love the "History Dudes". It's written in a similarly irreverent style that entertains while it informs. Some parents may not care for the heavy use of slang (the omnipresent "dude" & "dudette", "bummer", "awesome", "cool", etc.)" This is a great intro for youngsters to Ancient Egyptian history! [1 copy available.]
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HISTORY DUDES: VIKINGS
by Laura Buller. Great comic color illustrations by Rich Cando - kids will love it! Condition: NEW 2007 DK hardcover (pictorial boards -no DJ issued), first pritning. Content: Reviewers: "DK is known for books with great information presented in creative ways, and this is definitely in that line. The Vikings' history is vibrant, violent, and important - this book gives us a capsule of their life, gods, conquests, and how important they were/are to world history. What a way to sneak in a little learning in the process. Love the illustrator's style and find the characters are so endearing and funny. If you're a fan of the "Horrible Histories" series by Terry Dreary, then you'll love the "History Dudes". It's written in a similarly irreverent style that entertains while it informs. Some parents may not care for the heavy use of slang (the omnipresent "dude" & "dudette", "bummer", "awesome", "cool", etc.)" This is a great intro for youngsters to Scandinavian history! [1 copy available.]
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HORRIBLE HISTORIES: THE GROOVY GREEKS
by Terry Deary. Great B&W comic illustrations by Martin Brown. Condition: UNREAD 1996 Scholastic (London) Trade Paperback, 24th printing. Content: This book is full of fab facts about the hip 'n' happen' Greeks - who hung out over 2000 years ago. Find out about horrible heroes, savage Spartan soldiers, phoolish philosophers and suffering slaves. Want to know why some groovy Greek girls ran about naked pretending to be bears? Who had the world's first flushing toilet? Why did dedicated doctors taste their patients' ear wax? Read for some amazing information on awful ancient food, groovy Greek Olympic games, and the gruesome god who ate his own children. What a great way to get youngsters interested in ancient history. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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I Wonder Why GREEKS BUILT TEMPLES AND OTHER QUESTIONS ABOUT ANCIENT GREECE
by Fiona Macdonald. Wonderful color illustrations. Condition: NEW 1998 Kingfisher hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued) edition, 13th printing. Content: This introduction to ancient Greece presents information in a question-and-answer format. Double-page spreads include a large, full-color illustration; two or three related questions and answers; and small cartoons with captions that provide more details and sometimes humorous anecdotes. The texts are descriptive and easy to understand. Sections cover everyday life, customs, religion, government, famous people, military life, etc. [1 copy available.]
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I Wonder Why PYRAMIDS WERE BUILTAND OTHER QUESTIONS ABOUT ANCIENT EGYPT
by Philip Steele. Wonderful color illustrations by various artists. Condition: NEW 1995 Kingfisher hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued) edition, 1st printing. Content: This question-and-answer book on ancient Egypt is sort of interesting, but it doesn't provide enough information for reports. Also, some of the cartoon illustrations and accompanying quips, while entertaining, skirt answering the questions fully, and the humor often misdirects the factual material. Steels explains that other deities besides Sebek were represented by animals, but that "Osiris and Isis were luckier. They were shown as a great king and queen." Grades 4 - 6. [1 copy available.]
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IN SEARCH OF POMPEII
by Piero Ventura and Gian Paolo Ceserani. Translated from the Italian by Penny Mishcon. Beautiful, detailed, historically accurate (as far as we know) color illustrations by the Authors. Condition: NEW 1985 Macdonald (UK) large hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ), no printing given. Content: This is an adventure story: exciting, gripping, and full of fascinating detail. It traces the story of the search for and thrilling discovery of Pompeii. The book's starting point is the relatively recent past when the archaeological 'detective story' began. The inspiration and energy of the people involved in the hunt for ancient clues is described with vigorious accuracy. The momentum and suspense build until the great discovery is made. Excellent. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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IN SEARCH OF TROY: One man's quest for Homer's fabled city
by Giovanni Caselli. Beautiful, detailed, historically accurate (as far as we know) color illustrations by the Author. Condition: Gently pre-read 2000 Scholastic soft cover, first printing. No problems, just pre-read. Content: A city rose on the banks of the Aegean 5,000 years agoTroy, the very stuff of legend; in this archaeo-history, Caselli targets all the most exciting material. Using a format that features clusters of text and images, often encircling a larger commanding image set on a two-page spread, Caselli sketches the background of Troy by following the work of Heinrich Schliemann, the archaeologist whose team unearthed the city. When the story gets to Priam's Troy, greater detail is added, giving readers a taste of what it was like to live within the city walls and towers, as a commoner or as a king. Under discussion are architecture and social structure; he speculates on the role of the sacred in Trojan life, from Bronze Age idols to Greek statues. Then, with just the right amount of drama, Caselli tells the story of the Trojan War: of Paris's kidnapping of Helen, the ten-year siege, and Laocoon's warning about Greeks bearing gifts, especially big wooden ones in the form of a horse. Caselli separates what is known as fact from what is likely fiction, but not so rudely as to erase the mystery and poetry of the Homeric legend as it hovers over Schliemann's dig. Handsome, beguiling illustrations add to the provocative stew. (diagrams, maps, chronology, index) (Nonfiction. 9-12) [Excellent, absolutely excellent!] Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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ISHTAR AND TAMMUZ: A Babylonian Myth of the Seasons
retold by Christopher Moore. Spectacular color illustrations by Christina Balit. Decorated end pages. Condition: Gently pre-read, IF at all (I think it was perused on the shelves), 1996 Kingfisher hardcover (pictorial boards) & DJ (in mylar jacket), first American edition, first pritning. Light shelf wear to DJ edges. Content: A Babylonian precursor to the story of Persephone. Tammuz, son of the goddess Ishtar, is sent to live on Earth. He is so beloved by the people that jealous Ishtar orders her soldiers to kill him. Without Tammuz, the earth is devastated, and the suffering people petition Ishtar for mercy. She agrees to travel to the underworld, where she reclaims her son, although for only half the year; he must return to the underworld for the other half. Moore evokes rich and clear images with carefully chosen words and phrases and a good sense of rhythm and pace. Balit's vivid, boldly patterned illustrations are packed with detail and sharp contrasts, a style that is effective most of the time but that makes some of the pages appear cluttered. The paintings do capture the mood of the myth, and Balit uses unusual perspectives and sharply delineated shapes to the story's advantage. Beautiful book! Ages 9+. [1 copy available.]
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JASON AND THE GOLDEN FLEECE
retold by James Riordan. Beautiful color illustrations by Jason Cockcroft. Condition: NEW 2003 Frances Lincoln (London) hardcover (pictorial boards) & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing. Content: The Golden Fleece of Aries the Ram hangs in an olive grove in the kingdom of Colchis, far from its true home. How Jason sails to the end of the world to bring the Fleece back to Greece is dramatically retold in an epic tale of courage, determination and subtle enchantment. A retelling of Greek mythology's most ancient epic tale of the first great western hero, this book goes back to the very first recorded full version of the story written by Apollonius of Rhodes, combining Ancient Greek vase pastiche with high realsim and exciting artwork. Beautiful book! Ages 9+. [2 copies available.]
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JASON AND THE GOLDEN FLEECE
retold by Alan Trussell-Cullen. Wonderful color illustrations by Francis Phillipps. Condition: NEW 2003 Dominie Press soft cover, first printing. Content: The Golden Fleece of Aries the Ram hangs in an olive grove in the kingdom of Colchis, far from its true home. How Jason sails to the end of the world to bring the Fleece back to Greece is dramatically retold in an epic tale of courage, determination and subtle enchantment. A retelling of Greek mythology's most ancient epic tale of the first great western hero, this book goes back to the very first recorded full version of the story written by Apollonius of Rhodes, combining Ancient Greek vase pastiche with high realsim and exciting artwork. Ages 5 - 9. [1 copy available.]
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Journey Through History: THE GREEK AND ROMAN ERAS
by Gloria & Oriol Verges. Neat color illustraitons by Carme Peris. Condition: UNREAD 1990 Barron's soft cover, second printing. Content: Reviewer: "The Journey Through History series consists of six books written for young readers that are designed to encourage their interest in the study of history. What is interesting about them is that they were originally published in Spain ("Edad antigua"), which provides for a slightly different perspective on the past that you get from American historians. [The objective is to present topics of interest and significance for discussion among children.] In ancient Athens the kids learn about the "agora," Homer the potter, Greek schools, physicians, the Olympic Games, and Greek plays. Those in Rome talk about the Roman legions, the houses the wealthy Romans lived in, the Senate, the gladiators at the circus, and aqueducts. In each half of the book modern children visit ancient sites with their parents. The back of the book includes a guide for parents and teachers that focuses on the topics covered it the text, but with a contemporary rather than historical perspective (e.g., talking about Pierre de Coubertin and the modern Olympics). What you have here is a nice little supplemental volume to the study of ancient Greece and Rome in grade school. It touches on only a few topics for both, and not in any great depth, but the attempt is to focus on some defining elements of each culture and it certainly succeeds on that limited level." Excellent! Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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KINGDOM OF THE DEAD (Voyages Through Time series)
by Peter Ackroyd. Typical DK illustrations: colorful, detailed, and historically accurate - in short, wonderful! Condition: NEW 2005 DK soft cover, first printing. Content: This book takes readers on a 3,000-year journey to trace the epic story of Egypt -from its mysterious origins to its conquest by Alexander the great. Includes glossary. Excellent! Ages 9+. Adults will like also. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE LION IN THE GATEWAY: The heroic battles of the Greeks and Persians at Marathon, Salamis, and Thermopylae (Shifting scenes)
by Mary Renault. Edited by Walter Lord. B&W illustrations by C. Walter Hodges. Condition: UNREAD 1973 printing Harper & Row Trade Paperback. Light edge wear in the form of 2 short diagonal creases bottom front cover corner. School supplement book. Interior perfect. Content: Reviewer: "An enthralling story, it tells of the crossing of the Hellespont by Xerxes' army and the battles fought against the invaders by the courageous Greeks; Pheidippides marathon run from Athens to Sparta and the heroic stand at Thermopylae by a handful of Spartans. The rich, detailed background of vengeful gods and venerable seers gives this brilliant version of the ancient history a living realism." If your young adult loved "300" - this is the book for him/her. Of course, the movie associated with this book is 300 with the ever beautiful Gerard Butler. Young Adult to Adult. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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THE LOST WRECK OF THE ISIS
by Robert D. Ballard (Discoverer of the Titanic). Perfect color photos, maps, diagrams, and drawings. Condition: Pre-read 1990 Madison Press large hardcover (pictorial boards) & DJ (in mylar jacket), no printing given. The interior is clean & tight, but the DJ has serious edgewear and a tear at the top front panel at flap. The top front book corner has sustained the same fate as the DJ. Content: The importance of science is underlined in this undersea archeological adventure that discovers and explores an ancient Roman ship. In addition to the romance of an archeological search and the adventure of ships and storms at sea, Ballard shows how the principles of science are used to design and create state-of-the-art searching tools such as robot systems and fiber-optic cables. The story is narrated by Ballard, discoverer of the Titantic and Bismark wrecks. Beautiful full-color photographs illustrate scenes and action; clear, colorful diagrams explain ideas and concepts. This contemporary account is interspersed with imaginative sections that tell the story of Roman shipping in the second century C.E. from the point of view of Antonius, a 14-year-old Roman boy who is aboard the Isis when she sinks. A book that will be popular for reading aloud in the lower grades, and useful as well as interesting for older readers. This book has been recommended for ages 2 - 8 - but there's no way a child as young as 2 - 5 can appreciate this book, IMHO. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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MS. FRIZZLE'S ADVENTURES ANCIENT EGYPT
by Joanna Cole. Adorable color illustrations by Bruce Degen. Condition: NEW 2001 Scholastic hardcover (pictorial boards - no DJ issued), first printing. Small shelf wear to covers bottom fore edge corner tips. It may be a binding error, but looks a little more like a "ding" to me. Content: Ms. Frizzle, science teacher extraordinaire (in the tremendously popular Magic School Bus series by Joanna Cole and illustrator Bruce Degen), parachutes into social studies in the first of the new series from the same creative pair. On the first day of school vacation, the inimitable, redheaded Ms. Frizzle joins a tour group bound for Egypt. When the plane trip gets too monotonous, Ms. Frizzle invites the group to jump ship with her. Somehow, tour guide Herb ends up in contemporary Cairo, while everyone else lands in ancient Egypt! Here's where Ms. Frizzle's teaching skills come in handy. By the end of the vacation, members of the tour group--and readers--have learned more about mummies, pyramids, Re the sun god, and ancient Egyptian's teeth than they ever imagined. With their familiar blend of information sharing and humor, Cole and Degen present what might in any other format be an overwhelming amount of information in a lively, entertaining, easy-to-absorb style. Full-color cartoon-style text and illustrations allow readers to explore Egypt even as Ms. Frizzle and her inadvertent students do the same. Witty asides take the shape of travel diaries, postcards home, and messages on Herb's megaphone ("I'm the tour guide!", "Help! I lost my tour group!"). Ms. Frizzle's sly pretended ignorance at times also makes for high hilarity. "I can't imagine how that happened. Can you?" she says, after the airplane door somehow swings open. If only all education was this much fun! (Ages 5 to 8) Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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MUMMIES, BONES, AND BODY PARTS
by Charlotte Wilcox. Great color photos & some B&W photos. Condition: NEW 2000 Carolrhoda hardcover (pictorial boards) & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing. Content: The author of the award-winning Mummies & Their Mysteries (1993) returns to the intriguing subject of mummies. Here she explains how they are formed, how scientists use a variety of sophisticated techniques to learn about peoples and cultures of long ago, and some of the controversies surrounding the study of human remains. As with the previous title, the photographs presented here are striking, from the Inca child who appears on the front cover, to the mummy of Egyptian King Seti I, which appears on the back. Other photographs show some of the first tattoos, details of the Iceman, an Italian child who died of smallpox 400 years ago, the remains of light-haired Caucasian mummies from Xinjiang, China, and the well-preserved bodies of Philip Calvert, governor of Maryland from 1660 to 1661. The science is impressive, as carbon-14 dating, CT scans, DNA profiling, and X-rays are used to solve ancient mysteries. What were the people like? What did they eat? When did they die? What caused their death? What were the diseases they suffered? The author also discusses the controversies as different cultures clash over studying human remains. She mentions the Native American Graves Protection and Reparation Act which gives Native Americans control over native remains buried on government land or held in collections owned or funded by the government, and discusses former Egyptian President Anwar Sadat's, efforts to house Egyptian mummies in a more dignified way. Though Wilcox discusses respect for the dead, she nonetheless pictures the controversial "Human Body Art" of German artist Gunther von Hagens, and "Sylvester," a mummy used to greet customers in a shop in Seattle. Also pictured are the remains of an outlaw put on display for 65 years as a moneymaking exhibit for a funeral parlor. The author concludes with a glossary, extensive bibliography including Web sites, and a detailed index. Intriguing science, dramatically presented. Ages 9 - 13. Questions welcome. [1 copies left]
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MUMMIES MADE IN EGYPT
written and illustrated by Aliki. Beautiful color illustrations. Condition: UNREAD, but not perfect, 1979 Crowell hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), no printing given. DJ has light edge wear with light helf wear to bottom board edges. Interior perfect. Content: This book describes Egyptian gods and goddesses of the dead; explains the symbols and foundation of the belief in the afterlife; and presents the elaborate rituals and methods of mummification. The art is stunning, the text uncompromisingly informative and clear. Although recommended for ages 4 to 8, generally, IMHO most children under the age of 6 would be lost without a lot of parental guidance. Perfect for homeschooling. Questions welcome. [1 copy available]
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MUMMIES OF THE PHARAOHS: Exploring the Valley of the Kings
by Melvin Berger & Gilda Berger. Spectacular color photos. Condition: NEW 2001 National Geographic Society large hardcover (pictorial boards - 11.3 x 9.3 x 0.5 I (64 pages) & Dust Jacket (in mylar jacket). Content: Stunning photographs and clear, compelling text introduce the burial area of the Egyptian rulers. Beginning with the thrilling discovery of King Tut's tomb, relayed in detailed anecdotes that convey the time-consuming complexity of an archeological dig, the book continues through other valley finds, introducing a few of the major rulers and their relationships, as well as speculation on the political scandals that surrounded some burials. Particularly notable are the finely reproduced photos of gleaming artifacts and the archival shots from the digs themselves. Most terms are defined in text, although a glossary would have been a useful addition. Well-marked maps, time lines, and illustrations depicting the imagined daily life of the tomb builders round out a fascinating historical resource that kids will read straight through for pleasure and also find useful for report writing. Exception children's book for ages 9 - 12, but adults will enjoy the book as well. Wonderful way to get kids interested in history and archaeology
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MUMMY: The Inside Story
by John H. Taylor. . Great vivid color graphics & photos illustrate. Condition: NEW 2004 Abrams large soft cover, first printing. Content: Utilizing striking images from Computerized Tomography (CT) scanning, this book takes readers through the process of investigating the nearly 3000-year-old mummified remains of Nesperennub. The text describes each step in the examination, looking at the coffin and hieroglyphs first, and then moving to the specifics of the body and the objects that accompany it. Along with descriptions of the process, readers learn what scientists make of the find and why they draw these conclusions. The first few sections about the discovery of the mummy and the meaning of the hieroglyphs are fairly dry, but they set the stage for the more exciting examination of the body and the intriguing details that come to light. CT images and X rays vividly depict the findings described. Often readers see multiple views of the same feature, showing how the three-dimensional images can reveal subtle new insights. Some have led scientists to new knowledge about Egyptian life, while others have given rise to theories that have yet to be confirmed. Nesperennub has a snake-shaped amulet above his eye socket, a small round hole through his skull, and a clay bowl stuck to his head. It's fascinating to learn how scientists speculate about the origins of these items, which might have involved religious practices, illness, or even, in the case of the bowl, an embalmer's error. There are many excellent mummy books available, but this one explores the impact and potential of cutting-edge technology especially well. Excellent! Grades 5 - 9+. [2 copies available]
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MUMMIES, PYRAMIDS AND PHARAOHS: A Book About Ancient Egypt
by Gail Gibbons. Warm, colorful watercolor illustrations. Condition: UNREAD, but not perfect, 2006 Scholastic soft cover, first printing. Problem: When the pages were cut at the printers, they were cut poorly leaving some of the bottom page edges a bit ragged. Otherwise, no problems. Content: Gibbons uses her familiar formula of basic text and ink-and-watercolor illustrations to introduce a topic of inherent interest to most kids--ancient Egypt. Spreads offer brief facts about society, homes, clothing, farming methods, and craftsmanship before turning to the enticing subject of mummies. Several pages include interesting details about how Egyptians prepared the wellborn for the afterlife, with close-up drawings of mummification and a cross-section of a pyramid's burial chambers. Younger children may need help with some of the more abstract concepts, such as the ancient Egyptians' spiritual beliefs. There are plenty of books available on the subject for this age group, but this one is a good place to start, with an approachable, simple text; lively scenes of Egyptians working and celebrating; and definitions of basic terms. Gibbons squeezes more interesting facts on a final page, which offers a bit of world context: "Other cultures, like the Mayans and the Aztecs, built great pyramids, too." Perfect homeschooling book. Preschool to Grade 2. [1 copy]
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MUTI'S NECKLACE; The Oldest Story in the World
by Louise Hawes. Beautiful, soft color illustrations by Rebecca Guay. Condition: NEW 2006 Houghton MIfflin hardcover (pictorial boards) & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing. Content: Adapting and expanding an ancient Egyptian story, Hawes has created an original fairy tale about familial love and its power to thwart even the majesty of Pharaoh. Muti cherishes the necklace her father made for her when she was born, associating it with many happy memories. After turning 13, she leaves her beloved family to work as a servant in King Snefru's palace. Pharaoh, impressed by her beauty and grace, makes her the leader of a cohort of female rowers for his pleasure boat. When her necklace breaks and falls into the lake, she refuses to row or to accept a replacement. It is so important to her that she stands up to Pharaoh, who is now even more impressed by her determination. Where the story contrasts sharply with traditional fairy tales is in the climax: when Snefru asks Muti to become his queen, she declines, preferring to be reunited with her family. The writing style favors the more fleshed-out manner of a short story than the leanness of a folktale. Guay's lush watercolor-and-gouache paintings incorporate elements of Egyptian art and culture, including jewelry motifs, decorative geometric patterns in the scenery, and headdresses and hairstyles. The characters' faces and gestures are expressive and dramatic, and the surrounding landscape teems with life. [1 copy left]
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MY ANCIENT GREEK COLORING BOOK
by G. M. Georgion. Intro by Elinor Wynne Lloyd. B&W drawings for coloring. Condition: NEW 2005 Chartwell Books large soft cover, no printing given. Content: All facets of Ancient Greek life, religion, personalities, and the alphabet are covered here. The B&W drawings are of high quality and each drawing has an explanation or history on the opposing page. Excellent. Ages 9 - 12. [1 copy available]
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THE MYTH OF ISIS AND OSIRIS
retold by Jules Cashford. Wonderful color and B&W photos of artifacts illustrate the story. Condition: UNREAD, but not perfect, 1994 Barefoot hardcover & DJ (in mylar jacket), first printing/DJ shows edge wear with a "repaired" tear top edge. Interior clean & tight - perfect. Content: This book retells the Egyptian myth in which Osiris is murdered by his brother Seth and restored to life by his wife Isis. In the introduction, the Author details the Egyptian gods and their effect on the civilization. A good way to introduce youngsters to Ancient Egypt. [1 copy available]
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