Book: Our Little Athenian Cousin Of Long Ago (yesterday's Classics Vivid portrayal of the civic and home life of children in Athens during the reign of Pericles, when the art and architecture of ancient Greece were at their height. Through the eyes of Duris, son of the architect Phorion, and Hiero, son of the sculptor Hermippos, we experience the Greek culture of the times as we accompany them on their journey from home to market-place, wonder at the Acropolis, visit schools and studios, observe festivals, and participate in the Olympic games. Attractive black and white illustrations enliven the text. A volume in the Our Little Cousins of Long Ago series. Suitable for ages 8 and up.
Details of Book: Our Little Athenian Cousin Of Long Ago (yesterday's Classics Book: Our Little Athenian Cousin Of Long Ago (yesterday's Classics
Author: Julia Darrow Cowles, John Goss
ISBN: 1599152835
ISBN-13: 9781599152837
, 978-1599152837
Binding: Paperback
Publishing Date: Jun 2008
Publisher: Yesterday's Classics
Number of Pages: 104
Language: English