This book is for children of ages 9-14. The rich culture of Greece has influenced the world for thousands of years. This book focuses both on the country's ancient arts and its modern treasures. The topics include: ancient gods and goddesses of Greek mythology; the tragedies and comedies of Greek theatre; portraits of the great philosophers, mathematicians, and poets; pottery painting, wall frescoes, sculpture, and architecture; shadow puppet theatre, dance, crafts, foods, and national festivals; and, the origins and history of the Olympic games and their return to Athens in 2004.
- ISBN10 0865053081
- ISBN13 9780865053083
- Publish Date 19 January 1999
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 2 July 2021
- Publish Country CA
- Imprint Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada
- Format Paperback
- Pages 32
- Language English