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Anceint <strong>Greece</strong> Books at JLS Library<br />

Call Number Title Author<br />

031.02 Ash Great Wonders of the World Ash, R<br />

Describes the Seven Wonders of the World, providing background and related information, and surveying such<br />

modern wonders as the Channel Tunnel, Hoover Dam, Versailles, and the bullet train.<br />

200 God Gods, beliefs & ceremonies..<br />

Describes religious rituals of Egypt, India, China, Japan, <strong>Greece</strong>, and Rome, as well as the Celtic tribes,<br />

Vikings, Native Americans, Aztecs, and Incas, and presents step-by-step instructions for related projects.<br />

201.3 Phi Mythology of the World Philip, N<br />

Presents ancient myths of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australasia, Oceania, and America, contextual information on<br />

the cultures from which they sprang, and discussion of the interplay between myths and spirituality, society,<br />

and geography.<br />

291.1 Phi Mythology Philip, N.<br />

Pesents a full-color illustrated history of ancient mythology from <strong>Greece</strong>, Rome, Egypt, and other parts of the<br />

world and includes creation and flood stories, worship of the sun and stars, gods and goddesses, and more.<br />

291.1 Wil Illustrated Dictionary of Mythology.. Wilkinson,<br />

This book, divided into sections focusing on the mythology of a particular civilization or region, presents<br />

entries on more than 500 key characters, showing the reader who is who in world mythology.<br />

291.1 Wor World Myths<br />

291.2 Mas Gods and Goddesses Mass, W.<br />

Examines the origins and nature of Egyptian, Hindu, Celtic, Greek, Roman, Viking, and Aztec gods and<br />

goddesses as revealed in the mythologies of these cultures.<br />

292 D' Au Ingri and Edgar Parin D'Aulaire's book.. D’Aulaire,<br />

Illustrated retellings of the myths about the gods and goddesses of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>. (many copies)<br />

292 Hut The Trojan Horse Hutton,<br />

A retelling of how the Greeks used a wooden horse to win the ten-year-long Trojan War.<br />

292.08 Ash Gods and Goddesses of <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong>.. Ashworth, An illustrated<br />

introduction to the gods, goddesses, and religion of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

292.08 Bel An Introduction to Greek Mythology.. Bellingham<br />

292.08 Evs The Minotaur.. Evslin, Recounts the Greek<br />

myth about the monster with the head of a bull and the body of a man, which lived in the Labyrinth in Crete<br />

until killed by the hero Theseus.<br />

292.08 Eva Usborne illustrated guide to Greek.. Evans, cludes brief outlines<br />

of the most famous stories. Lists over 200 entries.<br />

292.08 Fis Jason and the Golden Fleece .. Fisher<br />

Jason and his crew of Argonauts set sail on his ship the Argo in search of the golden fleece.<br />

292.08 Fis Theseus and the Minotaur Fisher Retells the Greek<br />

myth of the hero Theseus and his battle with the bull-headed monster called the Minotaur.<br />

292.08 Hut Theseus and the Minotaur Hutton,


Recounts how Theseus killed the monster, Minotaur, with the help of Ariadne.<br />

292.08 Usb The Usborne Book of Greek & Norse..<br />

292.1 Dal Greek and Roman Mythology A to Z.. Daly<br />

Presents the gods, goddesses, heroes, places, and other aspects of Greek and Roman mythology in<br />

alphabetically arranged entries.<br />

292.1 Ham Greek Mythology for Teens : Classic Hamby,<br />

Introduces teens to Greek mythology, with interactive activities, retellings of classic myths, an overview of the<br />

gods and goddesses, and questions to help them realize how the myths apply to modern life.<br />

292.1 Ham Mythology for Teens : Classic Myths.. Hamby, Introduces teens<br />

to classic myths and explores how the ancient stories are related to modern culture, history, art, and literature.<br />

292.13 Bak Myths and Legends of Mount Olympos Baker,<br />

292.13 Eve Hecate Evslin,<br />

Recounts the myth of the goddess of the underworld known for her witchcraft and black magic.<br />

292.13 Evs Anteus Evslin,<br />

Recounts the myth of the giant son of Mother Earth who, with his bodyguards, Gobi, Mordo, and Kell, battled<br />

Hercules.<br />

292.13 Evs The Sirens Evslin,<br />

Describes the origins of the sirens, half-women, half-birds, who lured sailors to their deaths with their<br />

irresistible voices, and relates their encounter with Ulysses.<br />

292.13 Evs The Chimaera Evslin,<br />

Young hero Bellerophon sets out to conquer the fire-breathing chimera and win the hand of Queen Anteia. The<br />

eighty-eight illustrations are all works of art covering several centuries.<br />

292.13 Evs The Dragon of Boeotia Evslin,<br />

A fierce dragon plaguing a region of <strong>Greece</strong> comes into combat with the young prince, Cadmus of Phoenicia.<br />

The book's illustrations are famous works of art covering many centuries.<br />

292.13 Evs Ladon Evslin,<br />

Retells the myth of Ladon, the enormous serpent used by Hera to try to destroy Hercules.<br />

292.13 Evs The Hydra Evslin,<br />

Recounts the myth of the hundred-headed creature which was slain by the hero Hercules.<br />

292.13 Evs Amycus Evslin,<br />

Recounts the myth of Amycus, the brass-headed giant who was summoned by Athena to destroy all who<br />

challenged her authority.<br />

292.13 Evs The Nemean Lion Evslin,<br />

Recounts the myth of the Nemean Lion, created by Gaia for Zeus in order to destroy Heraclea.<br />

292.13 Evs Scylla and Charybdis Evslin,<br />

Describes the origins of the monsters who lived on either side of the Strait of Messina, wreaking havoc on<br />

sailors seeking passage.<br />

292.13 Evs Procrustes Evslin,<br />

Presents the exploits of the monstrous bandit who offered hospitality to travelers on the road from Troezen to<br />

Athens, only to perform horrible acts once they went to bed. Liberally illustrated with art works representing<br />

many centuries.


292.13 Evs Medusa Evslin,<br />

Recounts the story of the serpent-haired creature whose gaze turned people to stone, and the adventures of the<br />

hero who eventually vanquished her.<br />

292.13 Evs Cerberus Evslin,<br />

Recounts the Greek myth about the three-headed dog who was employed to guard the portals of the<br />

Underworld.<br />

292.13 Evs The Furies Evslin,<br />

A retelling of the myths associated with the terrible goddesses of vengeance who lived in Hades and punished<br />

people for every kind of crime.<br />

292.13 Evs Geryon Evslin,<br />

Recounts the classical myth about the triple-bodied monster who lost his life and herd of red oxen in a battle<br />

with Hercules.<br />

292.13 Evs The Cyclopes Evslin,<br />

Describes the origins of the cyclopes, their work as servants to the gods, and their memorable encounter with<br />

Ulysses.<br />

292.13 Fav Favorite Greek Myths Osborne Retells twelve<br />

tales from Greek mythology, including the stories of King Midas, Echo and Narcissus, the Golden Apples, and<br />

Cupid and Psyche.<br />

292.13 Fis Cyclops Fisher<br />

Describes the encounter between the cyclops Polyphemus and Odysseus and his men after the end of the<br />

Trojan War.<br />

292.13 Low The Macmillan Book of Greek Gods.. Low, A.<br />

Recreates the popular myths of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, including the legend of Odysseus.<br />

292.13 Nar Greek and Roman Mythology Nardo,<br />

Examines the historical development of Greco-Roman mythology, its heroes, and its influence on the history of<br />

Western civilization.<br />

292.13 Rus Classic Myths to Read Aloud.. Russell,<br />

Presents the essential Greek and Roman myths that form the basis of our cultural literary heritage.<br />

292.13 Wei Pandora's Box Weil, Lisl<br />

Retells the Greek myth in which the beautiful Pandora, created by the gods, was sent to Earth with a special<br />

box she was not to open, an instruction she was not able to follow.<br />

292.2 Hoe Zeus Hoena, B.<br />

Relates the exploits of Zeus and his importance in Greek mythology, including his connection to such figures as<br />

Pandora and Hercules, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.<br />

292.2 Hoe Venus Hoena, B. Relates the<br />

exploits of Venus and her importance in Roman mythology, including her connection to such figures as Aeneus<br />

and Adonis, and describes the role of myths in the modern world.<br />

292.2 Mal Gods and Goddesses Malam,<br />

Discusses the important gods and goddesses of ancient <strong>Greece</strong> and retells some of the myths about them,<br />

including Zeus, Hera, Athena, and Hades.<br />

292.2 McC Greek Gods and Goddesses<br />

A collection of fifteen retellings of Greek myths.


292.2 Pin Greek Mythology Pinsent, Analyzes the<br />

development and social significance of the myth in Grecian society in addition to describing the exploits and<br />

physical attributes of individual gods and heroes.<br />

293.13 Mar The Race of the Golden Apples Martin,<br />

A Greek princess, raised by bears in the forest and then returned to her rightful place in the kingdom, refuses to<br />

marry unless the man can outrun her in a footrace.<br />

299.1 Evs Fafnir Evslin,<br />

Recounts the myth of Fafnir, the shape-shifting ogre whose thirst for destruction led him into a violent<br />

confrontation with the Germanic hero Siegfried.<br />

302.2 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Communication : from Grunts.. Woods,<br />

Examines ancient methods of communication in the Middle East, India, China, Egypt, <strong>Greece</strong>, Rome, and<br />

Mesoamerica.<br />

302.2 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Communication Technology .. Woods,<br />

Describes the different communication tools and techniques used by ancient cultures and discusses the<br />

influence of these ancient methods on communication technology in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.<br />

305.4 Leo Outrageous Women of <strong>Ancient</strong> Times Leon, Vicki<br />

Recounts the stories of bold, notorious, or successful women in such early cultures as ancient <strong>Greece</strong>,<br />

Mesopotamia, and China.<br />

305.4 Mac Women in <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Macdonald, Examines the<br />

status and conditions of women in ancient Greek society, discussing such topics as marriage and family life,<br />

clothing, domestic duties, religion, and more. (many copies)<br />

305.4 Nar Women of <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Nardo,<br />

Describes women in ancient <strong>Greece</strong> through the Hellenistic age, including their legal rights and status, their<br />

home life, their roles in community activities, and their image in mythology, drama, and philosophy.<br />

305.5 Mac You Wouldn't Want to be a Slave.. Macdonald<br />

Looks at the life of a Scythian woman after she is captured and sold into slavery in <strong>Greece</strong> in the fifth century<br />

B.C.<br />

306.3 Gre Slavery in <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> and Rome Greene,<br />

Traces the course of slavery in ancient <strong>Greece</strong> and Rome, examining where slaves came from, their treatment,<br />

their impact on the economy, their daily lives, and other related topics.<br />

306.3 Wor Work, Trade & Farming<br />

Illustrations and text explore the working lives of peasants, kings, merchants, and builders through 10,000<br />

years of civilization, describing how new jobs were created, how tools were made, and how the work force<br />

changed throughout history.<br />

320.9 Pol Politics, Society & Leadership<br />

Explores how different civilizations have tackled the problems and challenges of community living from<br />

ancient times through the present, describing the leadership styles of different cultures, countries, and eras.<br />

355 Bre Warriors : We, Who are About to Die.. Brereton,<br />

Gatefold pages feature battles between ten of history's greatest warriors, with comparisons of each warrior's<br />

weaponry, armor, tactics, and codes of honor.<br />

355.02 Jes <strong>Ancient</strong> Persian Warfare Jestice,


A discussion of ancient Persian warfare, looking at foot soldiers, mounted warriors, weapons and armor, sea<br />

battles, and leaders.<br />

355.02 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Warfare Technology : From.. Woods,<br />

Describes the different military tools and techniques used by ancient cultures and discusses the influence of<br />

these ancient methods on military technology in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.<br />

355.8 Gon Charge! : Weapons and Warfare in.. Gonen,<br />

Describes the development and use of such early weapons as spears, swords, bows and arrows, and catapults as<br />

well as such means of protection as helmets, body armor, and shields.<br />

390 Hom Home, Family & Everyday Life<br />

Examines the food, homes, and daily lives of ancient people from all major civilizations, and includes step-bystep<br />

projects for making models.<br />

391.09 Gor What People Wore : A Visual History.. Gorsline,<br />

Features over 1,800 black-and-white drawings of wearing apparel, covering a period of five thousand years,<br />

from ancient Egypt through the 1940s.<br />

394.1 Daw Food & Feasts in <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Dawson,<br />

398.2 Byr The Hero and the Minotaur : the.. Byrd, R. Theseus performs<br />

many heroic deeds and then attempts to defeat a terrible beast known as the Minotaur.<br />

398.2 Lim Theseus : Battling the Minotaur.. Limke, J.<br />

A graphic novel retelling of the myth of Theseus, the Greek hero who discovers that he is really the son of King<br />

Aegeus, and faces the Minotaur, a half-man, half-bull beast, in its labyrinth as part of his quest to regain his<br />

birthright.<br />

398.2 Lup The Adventures of Odysseus.. Lupton, H<br />

An illustrated adaptation of Homer's classic tale of Odysseus and his adventures after the long Trojan War.<br />

398.2 Nap Treasury of Greek Mythology .. Naoli, D.<br />

Presents illustrated retellings of classic Greek myths, sharing the stories of Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo, Athena,<br />

Helen of Troy, Perseus, and Medusa, with sidebars for each god, goddess, hero, and monster that link the tales<br />

to constellations.<br />

398.2 Nap Treasury of Greek Mythology.. Napoli, D.<br />

Presents illustrated retellings of classic Greek myths, sharing the stories of Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo, Athena,<br />

Helen of Troy, Perseus, and Medusa, with sidebars for each god, goddess, hero, and monster that link the tales<br />

to constellations.<br />

398.2 Roc The One-Eyed Giant and Other Monsters Rockwaw,<br />

Relates ten Greek myths featuring an assortment of fantastic creatures.<br />

398.2 Ryl The Beautiful Stories of Life.. Rylant,<br />

Contains illustrated retellings of six stories from Greek mythology, including the tales of Pandora, Persephone,<br />

Orpheus, Pygmalion, Narcissus, and Psyche.<br />

398.2 Sch The <strong>Ancient</strong> Greeks.. Schomp,<br />

A collection of stories and histories from ancient Greek mythology along with illustrations of paintings,<br />

sculptures, and other items inspired by Greek culture.<br />

398.21 Gal Atalanta, the Fastest Runner in the.. Galloway,


509.38 Gay Science in <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> .. Gay, K<br />

Discusses the theories of ancient Greek philosopher-scientists such as Ptolemy, Pythagoras, Hippocrates, and<br />

Aristotle, and describes some of the scientific discoveries attributed to the Greeks and their impact on modern<br />

science.<br />

509.38 Gay Science in <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Gay,<br />

Discusses the theories of ancient Greek philosopher-scientists such as Ptolemy, Pythagoras, Hippocrates, and<br />

Aristotle, and describes some of the scientific discoveries attributed to the Greeks and their impact on modern<br />

science.<br />

510 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Computing : From Counting.. Woods,<br />

Discusses the methods of computation developed in various civilizations around the world, from prehistoric<br />

times up until the end of the Roman Empire.<br />

609 Sci Science, Crafts & Technology<br />

Photographs and text examine the inventions and scientific achievements of different cultures through history<br />

and explores the range of human ingenuity.<br />

609 Sne <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Snedden,<br />

Photographs and illustrations introduce the inventions and technology used by the ancient Greeks, describing<br />

how those ideas influenced later technology.<br />

609.38 May The Technology of <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Maynard,<br />

A history of the technology of ancient <strong>Greece</strong> including its agriculture and trade, system of writing, strategy of<br />

warfare, art and architecture, and technology of medicine.<br />

623.4 Wea Weapon : a visual history of arms and..<br />

Chronicles the history of technological developments in arms and armor since ancient times, featuring a<br />

photographic display of weaponry, showcasing key weapons from various eras, and profiling great warriors,<br />

their tactics, and weapons.<br />

610 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Medicine : From Sorcery.. Woods,<br />

Describes medical techniques such as brain surgery, splints, taking a pulse, forceps, and sanitation in ancient<br />

civilizations including the Stone Age, Egypt, <strong>Greece</strong>, China, India, and Rome.<br />

610 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Medical Technology : from.. Woods,<br />

Describes the medical practices of ancient cultures from around the world and discusses how those tools,<br />

techniques, and medicines have influenced modern medical science.<br />

621.8 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Machines : From Wedges.. Woods,<br />

Discusses the invention of six simple machines in various ancient civilizations from the Stone Age to the fall of<br />

the Roman Empire.<br />

621.8 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Machine Technology : from.. Woods,<br />

Describes the different tools and techniques used by ancient cultures and discusses how those ancient<br />

machines paved the way for modern machines and practices.<br />

623 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Warfare : From Clubs to .. Woods,<br />

Examines ancient weapons and their uses in Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, India, <strong>Greece</strong>, Rome, and<br />

Mesoamerica.<br />

624 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Construction : From Tents to Woods, Describes<br />

buildings and structures and examines methods and tools of construction in various civilizations around the<br />

world, from prehistoric times up until the end of the Roman Empire.<br />

629 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Transportation Technology.. Woods,


Describes the different transportation tools and techniques used by ancient cultures and discusses the<br />

influence of these ancient methods on transportation technology in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.<br />

629.04 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Transportation : From Camels.. Woods,<br />

Surveys transportation technology in various cultures from the Stone Age to A.D. 476, including China, Egypt,<br />

Mesoamerica, and <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

630 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Agricultural Technology.. Woods,<br />

Describes the different agricultural tools and techniques used by ancient cultures and discusses the influence of<br />

these ancient methods on agricultural technology in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.<br />

630 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Agriculture : From Foraging to Woods,<br />

Discusses agricultural technology in various cultures from the Stone Age to 476 A.D., including China, Egypt,<br />

Mesoamerica, and <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

641.59 Loe Food in <strong>Greece</strong> Loewen, , Describes the<br />

food products, cooking and eating customs, and festivals of <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

690 Woo <strong>Ancient</strong> Construction Technology.. Woods,<br />

Describes the different construction tools and techniques used by ancient cultures and discusses the influence<br />

of these ancient methods on building technology in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.<br />

709 Cur Seven Wonders of the <strong>Ancient</strong> World.. Curlee,<br />

709 Wil Art of the <strong>Ancient</strong> Mediterranen.. Wilson,<br />

709.38 Hod <strong>Ancient</strong> Greek Art Hodge,<br />

Examines the art of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, including modaics, pottery, sculpture, architecture, and paintings.<br />

720 Jes The X-ray Picture Book of Big Buildings Jessop,<br />

720.3 Vis The Visual Dictionary of Buildings.<br />

Labeled illustrations with explanatory text depict historical and contemporary structures, architectural<br />

elements, and building components from ancient times to the present.<br />

726 Cur Parthenon Curlee,<br />

A detailed history of the Parthenon exploring its construction and restoration.<br />

726.12 Nar The Parthenon of <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong>.. Nardo,<br />

Discusses the origins, construction, completion, uses, history, and eventual ruin of the Parthenon.<br />

743.89 Rap Drawing History : <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong>.. Raphael<br />

Offers a guide to the history and art of ancient <strong>Greece</strong> through the drawings and illustrations found on<br />

decorated vases, tombs, palaces, temples, and sculptures of the time. Also gives instructions on how to draw<br />

like the ancient Greeks.<br />

790 Art Art, Culture & Entertainment<br />

Examines the ways in which ancient civilizations used their leisure time, looking at the development of arts,<br />

fashion, sports, and entertainment in cultures around the world, and includes illustrated step-by-step<br />

instructions.<br />

792.09 Nar Greek and Roman Theate Nardo,<br />

Presents the history of Greek and Roman theater with a timeline and bibliography for further study.


796.09 Nar Greek and Roman Sport Nardo,<br />

Discusses the role of sports in the ancient Greek and Roman World, covering the Olympics, the glories of<br />

physical achievement, spectacle sports, horse and chariot racing, and leisure sports.<br />

796.09 Nar Greek and Roman Sport Nardo,<br />

Discusses the role of sports in the ancient Greek and Roman World, covering the Olympics, the glories of<br />

physical achievement, spectacle sports, horse and chariot racing, and leisure sports.<br />

796.48 Dud Journey to Olympia : The Story of.. Duder,<br />

796.48 Ros The Original Olympics Ross,<br />

Discusses the history, traditions, and competitive events connected with the Olympic games held in ancient<br />

<strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

796.48 Swa The <strong>Ancient</strong> Olympic Games..<br />

811 Hov <strong>Ancient</strong> Voices Hovey,<br />

Twenty-three poems give voice to a variety of goddesses, gods, and mortals from Greek and Roman mythology.<br />

882 Ros Greek Theatre Ross,<br />

A history of ancient Greek drama including discussion of the drama competition, Oedipus the King, actors and<br />

the chorus, playwrights, and the legacy of <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

883 McC The Iliad<br />

An illustrated retelling of the famous Homeric epic.<br />

883.01 Con The Legend of Odysseus Connolly,<br />

Recounts the involvement of Odysseus and the other Greek heroes in the Trojan War and the hardships and<br />

adventures endured by Odysseus on his way home from the war. Site reconstructions, photographs, and other<br />

archeological evidence.<br />

883.01 Phi The Adventures of Odysseus Philip,<br />

Retells the adventures of the hero Odysseus as he encounters many monsters and other obstacles on his<br />

journey home from the Trojan War.<br />

883.01 Sut The Wanderings of Odysseus : the.. Sutcliff<br />

A retelling of the adventures of Odysseus on his long voyage home from the Trojan War.<br />

883.01 Sut Black ships before Troy : the story of.. Sutcliff,<br />

Retells the story of the Trojan War, from the quarrel for the golden apple, and the flight of Helen with Paris, to<br />

the destruction of Troy.<br />

909 Bro Civilizations, Exploration & Conquest.. Brooks,<br />

Traces the history and development of human civilization, exploration, and conquest, following a thematic path<br />

throughout history.<br />

909 Gre Great Empires & Discoveries..<br />

Illustrations and text help profile the leaders, citizens, wars, conquests, technology, and achievements of the<br />

empires and civilizations which shaped the history of the ancient world.<br />

909 Tri Tribes, Empires & Civilizations..<br />

Explains why some societies developed into great civilizations or mighty empires, while others held on to a<br />

tribal existence, exploring the forces that shaped them and the leaders who created them.<br />

910 Tra Travel, Conquest & Warfare


Explores how methods of transportation and the need to conquer new territory led to the spread of ideas and to<br />

the growth of civilizations throughout history, compares the fighting tactics and methods of transportation of<br />

different<br />

920 Nar Leaders of <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Nardo,<br />

Discusses the contributions of eight influential leaders of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, including Solon, Themistocles,<br />

Pericles, Alcibiades, Epaminondas, Philip, Alexander, and Pyrrhus.<br />

920 Nar Influential Figures of <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> . Nardo,<br />

Presents short biographies of such figures from ancient <strong>Greece</strong> as poets Homer and Hesiod, philosophers Plato<br />

and Aristotle, and leaders Alexander and Cleopatra, and includes a chronology and an annotated further<br />

reading list.<br />

921 Alexander Alexander the Great Wepman,<br />

A biography of the general and king who conquered much of the civilized world, creating a vast empire<br />

influenced by Greek ideas.<br />

921 Alexander Alexander the Great Green,<br />

Describes the life, battle campaigns, influence on the ancient world, and mythological status of the champion of<br />

the Greeks who marched his armies as far as India.<br />

921 Alexander Alexander the Great : the Conqueror.. Casati,<br />

921 Archimedes Archimedes, Greatest scientist of the Ipsen, D. C.<br />

Traces the life and discoveries of the Greek mathematician, scientist, and inventor, sometimes called "the<br />

father of experimental science.<br />

921 Archimedes Archimedes : the Father of Mathematics Hasan,<br />

A biography of ancient Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, astronomer, and philosopher, Archimedes<br />

describing his life, education, and discoveries.<br />

921 Aristotle Aristotle: Founder of scientific.. Farrington,<br />

921 Aristotle Aristotle : Pioneering Philosopher.. Isle, Mick.<br />

A biography of ancient Greek philosopher, Aristotle, who was a student of Plato and teacher of Alexander the<br />

Great; and describes his life, education, and works which included books on physics, poetry, zoology, logic,<br />

rhetoric, and government.<br />

921 Aristotle Aristotle : Philosopher and Scientist Anderson,<br />

Examines the life of ancient Greek philosopher and scientist Aristotle, discussing his childhood, his education<br />

at the Academy in Athens, his life as a scholar, and his lasting contributions to various branches of science.<br />

921 Eratoshenes The Librarian Who Measured the Earth Lasky,<br />

Describes the life and work of Eratosthenes, the Greek geographer and astronomer who accurately measured<br />

the circumference of the Earth.<br />

921 Euclid Euclid : the Great Geometer Hayhurst,<br />

A biography of Greek mathematician, Euclid, describing his life, education, and work that led him to be known<br />

as the "father of geometry.<br />

921 Plato Plato : the Father of Logic.. Sniderman A biography of<br />

ancient Greek philosopher and father of logic, Plato, describing his life, education, and works which includes<br />

his most important dialogue "The Republic."<br />

921 Pythagoras Pythagoras : Pioneering Mathematician


A biography of ancient Greek mathematician and philosopher, Pythagoras, describing his life, education, and<br />

works which includes his Pythagorean theorem.<br />

921 Socrates Socrates : the Public Conscience of.. Lim,<br />

A biography of ancient Greek philosopher Socrates describing his life, education, and outspoken views on<br />

morality and ethics.<br />

930 Bro Great Civilizations Brooks,<br />

Provides information about the culture and society of some of the world's earliest civilizations, including<br />

ancient Babylon, the Islamic Empire, the Etruscans, Han China, the Maya, and others.<br />

930 Cha <strong>Ancient</strong> World Chandler<br />

This book traces the rise and fall of the major civilizations, from the first farming villages of the Middle East to<br />

the end of the Roman Empire.<br />

930 Cox The Seven Wonders of the <strong>Ancient</strong> World.. Cox, Reg<br />

Presents an illustrated exploration of the seven wonders of the ancient world, includingthe Great Pyramid at<br />

Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, the statue of Zeus at Olympia, the<br />

mausoleum.<br />

930 Dea Wonders of the <strong>Ancient</strong> World De Angelis,<br />

In text and photographs, describes twenty-five ancient architectural wonders, including the Great Wall of<br />

China, the Kukulclan Pyramid in Mexico, and the Avenue of Lions in <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

930 Hay The Penguin Historical Atla of… Haywood,<br />

Presents concise descriptions of ancient civilizations throughout the world; discusses such topics as agriculture,<br />

technology, and colonization; and provides time lines and more than seventy full-color maps.<br />

930 Kni <strong>Ancient</strong> Civilizations. Biographies Knight,<br />

Profiles sixty men and women who shaped the ancient civilizations in Egypt, Mesopotamia, Israel, China, Asia<br />

Minor, and other places.<br />

930 Per Then & Now Perring,<br />

930 Ros The Atlas of Human History Rossi,<br />

930 Shn <strong>Ancient</strong> Governments<br />

Presents a brief overview of the systems of governments of the ancient world, from the earliest civilizations of<br />

the fertile crescent, the Nile valley, the Indus valley, the Huang He Valley of China, to Japan, Europe, and the<br />

Americas.<br />

930 Woo Seven Wonders of the <strong>Ancient</strong> World Woods,<br />

Provides descriptions of the seven wonders of the ancient world, including the Great Pyramid at Giza, the<br />

Colossus of Rhodes, the lighthouse at Alexandria, the hanging gardens of Babylon, the mausoleum at<br />

Halicarnassus.<br />

930 Wor The world in <strong>Ancient</strong> Times. Primary..<br />

Includes a master series index and approximately seventy-six additional primary source documents including<br />

ancient stories and poems, sermons, proverbs, letters, and much more, and contains a world map, timeline,<br />

and more.<br />

930.03 Vis The Visual Dictionary of <strong>Ancient</strong>..<br />

930.1 Ada Archaeology Detectives Adams,<br />

Explores the archaeology methods and techniques used to find ancients cities and artifacts and learn how<br />

people lived.


930.1 Ste Wonders of the World Steele,<br />

An introduction to different wonders from ancient to modern times including the Colossus of Rhodes and the<br />

internet.<br />

930.35 War Warfare in the Classical World : An.. Warry,<br />

936 Eur Europe at the Time of <strong>Greece</strong> and Rome..<br />

937.04 Nar The Punic Wars Nardo,<br />

938 Adk Handbook to Life in <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Adkins,<br />

938 Asi The Greeks; A Great Adventure. Asimov,<br />

Relates the rise in power and influence of the Greeks from earliest times until the fall of Constantinople.<br />

938 Bar The Atlas of the Classical World ..<br />

Text and illustrations present the history and culture of ancient <strong>Greece</strong> and Rome.<br />

938 Ben <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Benoit<br />

Explains the development of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, with maps showing where the civilization was and how it<br />

expanded over time, short biographies of key historical figures, and a timeline of important events.<br />

938 Bur The Greeks Burrell Covers the<br />

centuries from the Minoans to the breakup of Alexander's empire and the conquest of <strong>Greece</strong> by Rome.<br />

938 Cla <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong><br />

Presents information on ancient <strong>Greece</strong> in the form of a travel guide, covering such topics as food, shelter,<br />

government, things to see and do, and health and safety.<br />

938 Coh <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Cohen Focuses on the<br />

personalities and historical events which shaped the civilization of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, from the story of the Trojan<br />

War to the conquests of Alexander the Great.<br />

938 Con The <strong>Ancient</strong> City : Life in Classical Connolly<br />

938 Day Your Travel Guide to <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong>.. Day, Nancy<br />

Takes readers on a journey back in time in order to experience life in ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, describing clothing,<br />

accommodations, foods, local customs, transportation, a few notable personalities, and more.<br />

938 Dea The Groovy Greeks.. Deary,<br />

Provides information about the Greeks and their culture, focusing on some of the more gruesome aspects of<br />

their civilization.<br />

938 Des The <strong>Ancient</strong> Greeks : in the Land..<br />

Details the clothing, eating habits, political structure, culture, and other aspects of daily life in ancient <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

938 Edu The Human Adventure, Greek and..<br />

Text and illustrations trace the evolution of Greek and Roman civilization and their influence on the<br />

development of western society. (several copies)<br />

938 Fle The Greek Gazette : Classica… Fleming,<br />

Presents information about ancient Greek civilization from the Bronze Age through the Hellenistic Period by<br />

means of a mock tabloid newspaper dated 438 B.C.


938 Gan Legacies from <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Ganeri, Using pictures of<br />

ancient artifacts and modern photographs, this book describes legacies from ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, including their<br />

works of history and philosophy, their ideas on math and science, their system of politics, their architecture.<br />

938 Gre Alexander the Great and <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Greenblatt,<br />

Discusses the rise to power of Alexander the Great, his leadership and strategic conquests, and everyday life in<br />

<strong>Greece</strong> during his reign.<br />

938 Guy Early Civilizations : Greek life Guy, John<br />

938 Hic <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Hicks,<br />

Highlights the many archaeological digs and findings in <strong>Greece</strong> and discusses what life was like in ancient<br />

<strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

938 Hul <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Hull,<br />

An exploration of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, providing information about its importance, discussing the birth of<br />

democracy, and covering everyday life, gods and religion, art, architecture, literature, science, philosophy,<br />

technology, and the Hellenistic period.<br />

938 Jen Greek and Roman Life.. Jenkins<br />

938 Jon <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Jones, Examines the<br />

architecture, culture and civilization of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>. Includes a glossary.<br />

938 Kuh <strong>Ancient</strong> Greek Civilization Kuhtz,<br />

Contains a selection of Greek myths and discusses related aspects of ancient Greek civilization, such as warfare,<br />

clothes, inventions, trade, and agriculture.<br />

938 Lea The Buildings of <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Leacroft,<br />

938 Lin The Greek World Ling,<br />

938 Mac How Would You Survive as an ancient Macdonald,<br />

A guide to how the ancient Greeks lived, including how they built cities, how they spent their days, and how<br />

they set up a democracy.<br />

938 Mac How Would You Survive as a.. Macdonald,<br />

A guide to how the ancient Greeks lived, including how they built cities, how they spent their days, and how<br />

they set up a democracy.<br />

938 Man The Parthenon Mann,<br />

Full-color illustrated drawings describe the rise of Athens, its religion and democracy, culture, and the<br />

construction of the Parthenon on the Acropolis.<br />

938 Mar Myths and Civilization of the <strong>Ancient</strong>.. Martell,<br />

Shows how the mythology and civilization of the ancient Greeks were intertwined.<br />

938 McG <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> : Archaeology Unlocks.. McGee,<br />

Explores the history and culture of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>; and examines major archaeological sites including<br />

buildings constructed during the age of Pericles and ancient treasures, wall paintings, statues, and other<br />

artifacts.<br />

938 Nar Life in <strong>Ancient</strong> Athens.. Nardo,


Discusses life in ancient Athens, including the growth of the city-state and its government, religious beliefs,<br />

festivals, customs, athletic games and sports, the visual arts, and the involvemnt of Athens in war on land and<br />

sea.<br />

938 Nar The <strong>Ancient</strong> Greeks Nardo,<br />

Describes the rise to power of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, its glorious empire, its civilization, and its eventual decline.<br />

938 Nar <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Nardo,<br />

Examines the civilization, government, society and culture, military actions, and other aspects of ancient<br />

<strong>Greece</strong>, and includes sidebars, a time line, maps, and illustrations.<br />

938 Nar Life in <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Nardo,<br />

Account of daily life during the golden age of <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

938 Nar <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Nardo,<br />

Traces the history of Greek civilization from the rise of the city-states to the flourishing of the classical Greek<br />

empire.<br />

938 Nar The <strong>Ancient</strong> Greeks at Home and at Work Nardo<br />

Looks at the archaeological evidence for how the ancient Greeks lived and worked, and provides information<br />

about their houses, the roles of men and women, children and education, slaves, food, clothes, worship, and<br />

occupations.<br />

938 Par The Spartan Hoplites Park,<br />

An introduction to the history and lifestyle of Spartan hoplites, with profiles of Leonidas I and Xerxes, and<br />

discusses the Persian Wars and other battles.<br />

938 Pea What Do We Know about the Greeks? Pearson,<br />

Surveys the eating habits, education, housing, recreation, religion, art, and other aspects of life in ancient<br />

<strong>Greece</strong>. (several copies)<br />

938 Pea <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Pearson, Describes the<br />

land, history, and civilization of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

938 Pow <strong>Greece</strong> : 1600-30 BC Powell,<br />

Brief text and illustrations present the development and contibutions of Greek civilization from the age of the<br />

Myceneans to the Hellenistic period in the last century BC.<br />

938 Pow <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Powell,<br />

Maps, charts, illustrations, and text trace the history and culture of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

938 Pow The Greek News Powell<br />

Pesents a "special edition" of a Greek newspaper which spans the years 1500 to 146 B.C. and contains articles<br />

about history, politics, feasts, fashions, theater, gods, and wars.<br />

938 Pow The Greek World Powell<br />

Depicts the civilization and culture of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, including its art, literature, religion, and social and<br />

military life.<br />

938 Pow <strong>Ancient</strong> Greeks Powell<br />

A history of <strong>Greece</strong> from 2000 B.C. to 300 B.C. including the customs, philosophy, science, military, trade, and<br />

government.<br />

938 Ree The <strong>Ancient</strong> Greeks Rees,<br />

Shows how the people of ancient <strong>Greece</strong> lived by describing their government, social customs, religion, and<br />

some aspects of their history.


938 Rob The <strong>Ancient</strong> Greek World Roberts,<br />

Introduces the history, culture, and people of ancient <strong>Greece</strong> and examines its many contributions to the<br />

development of Western society.<br />

938 Ros <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Ross,<br />

Provides facts about various aspects of life in ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, and follows the graphic-novel style story of a<br />

dangerous rivalry between fair-minded Athenian athlete Kinesias, and his Spartan adversary Lykourgos during<br />

the Olympic Games of 416.<br />

938 Ros Daily life Ross,<br />

Examines the history, people, city-states, government, social structure, home and school life, clothing, meals,<br />

sports and games, religion, and daily activities of ancient <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

938 Rut See Inside an <strong>Ancient</strong> Greek Town Rutland,<br />

Describes the agora, temple, gymnasium, stadium, theater, and homes of a Greek city state and the<br />

government, defense, gods, and daily life of the people.<br />

938 Sch The <strong>Ancient</strong> Greeks Schomp,<br />

Traces the rise and fall of Greek civilization from the Bronze Age to the Roman conquest, discussing the<br />

history, culture, mythology, and legacy of the <strong>Ancient</strong> Greeks.<br />

938 Win The Greek Hoplite Windrow,<br />

Examines the day-to-day life and experiences of a soldier in <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong>. Includes a glossary of terms and a<br />

brief chronology of major military events from 498 B.C. to 336 B.C.<br />

938 Wha What Life was Like at the Dawn of.. (several copies)<br />

938 Woo Seven Wonders of <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong>.. Woods,<br />

Profiles seven remaining wonders from ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, with photographs, reproductions of ancient paintings,<br />

and text describing each location and its important role in the region's history.<br />

938.07 Chr Alexander the Great : the Legend.. Chrisp,<br />

Follows the history of Alexander the Great and his campaign to conquer the known world, including<br />

information on his traveling companions, armies of his time, ships, and food.<br />

938.5 Cas A Greek Potter Caselli,<br />

Observes a potter and his family living in Athens in 420 B.C., a time of the Olympics, a great festival to Athena,<br />

and the construction of many temples, and describes the potter at work making and decorating pots. Includes<br />

illustrations of tools.<br />

938.5 Mac A Greek Temple Macdonald,<br />

An illustrated survey of the construction and history of the Parthenon in ancient <strong>Greece</strong>.<br />

939 Cas In Search of Knossos : the quest..<br />

Describes the discovery and excavation of Knossos by the archeologist Sir Arthur Evans and what the site<br />

revealed about the Minoan civilization that flourished on the island of Crete from about 3000 to 1150 B.C.<br />

939.4 Civ Civilizations of the Middle East.<br />

Traces the history of Sumeria, Babylon, Assyria, Israel, Persia, <strong>Greece</strong>, and Rome from the Neolithic Age until<br />

the spread of Christianity.<br />

939.4 Hun First Civilizations Hunter,<br />

Text, maps, illustrations, charts, tables, and chronologies depict the history, society, and political life of the first<br />

civilizations, from Mesopotamia to Persia and Assyria.<br />

CDR 930 Anc <strong>Ancient</strong> lands<br />

<strong>Ancient</strong> lands takes you back in time to ancient Egypt, <strong>Greece</strong>, and Rome.


R 355 Mur The Encyclopedia of War & Weaponry Murray,<br />

Chronicles the history and development of warfare and the different weapons used throughout the centuries.<br />

R 391 Pen Fashion, Costume, and Culture :..<br />

Contains articles that describe the clothing, headwear, body decorations, and footwear traditional to cultures<br />

around the world, covering a period that ranges from prehistory to the early twenty-first century<br />

R 938 Anc <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> and Rome : an..<br />

Presents a history of ancient <strong>Greece</strong> and Rome as well as information about the literature and daily life of these<br />

early civilizations.<br />

R 938 Anc <strong>Ancient</strong> Greeks.<br />

A discussion of the early Greeks, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social<br />

structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life,<br />

entertainment and sports.<br />

R 938 Hor The Horizon Book of <strong>Ancient</strong> <strong>Greece</strong> Hale,<br />

R 938 She Illustrated Encyclopedia of <strong>Ancient</strong> Sheehan,<br />

Contains over 250 alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about various aspects of life in<br />

ancient <strong>Greece</strong>, covering myths and stories, gods and goddesses, homes, sports, religion, war, and other topics.

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