The Genius of the Ancient Greeks (Genius of the Ancients) (The Genius of)
by Izzi Howell
Which genius ideas and inventions began with the ancient Greeks? What did they develop that we use to this day? Find out how the ancient Greeks organised their society, trained their soldiers, used their ships for trade and transport and built their temples. Discover their brilliant developments in architecture, politics, art, medicine, theatre and sport that have influenced the way we live today.The Genius Of series helps children aged 9 plus to explore the major discoveries, inventions, inf...
The Ancient Greeks (Peoples of the Past)
by Sophie Descamps-Lequime and Denise Vernerey
Ancient Chinese Dynasties (Understanding World History (Reference Point))
by Cindy Jenson-Elliott
Spartacus (Graphic Nonfiction) (Graphic Non-fiction S.)
by Rob Shone and Anita Ganeri
How did the Greeks worship? The ancient Greeks lived in many separate city states. Each was run in different ways. Sometimes, the city states fought each other. But they shared the same religion and language. Religion was important to all ancient Greeks. They believed in many different gods and goddesses, who could affect life on earth. The gods and goddesses had to be worshipped to keep them happy. As part of this worship, the ancient Greeks built beautiful temples as homes for the gods.
Examines the history, culture, religion, daily life, and legends of the Jewish people.
Israelites (Ancient Civilizations (Rourke)) (Ancient Civilizations)
by Kathy Reece, Katherine E Reece, and Alan Lopetz
What was it like to live in ancient times? Why not let Hannibal, one of the greatest military commanders in history, tell you about it? Read about his rise to power, his triumphant conquests and humiliating losses, as well as what day-to-day life was like. A postscript explains how and what happened after he died.
A thrilling illustrated tale complete with lions, gladiators, assassination plots and a dare-devil rescue. 'A funny and easy look back at history and some of the key players from each time period, all alongside the brilliant illustrations' My Shelves are Full 'Full of historical nuggets, brilliantly illustrated and full of fun!' A Little But a Lot Henry is back in the present day - but he isn't happy about it. His little sister...
Geography Matters in Ancient Greece (Geography Matters in Ancient Civilizations)
by Melanie Waldron
How did a volcanic eruption put an end to Minoan civilization? What crops did the Ancient Greeks grow? How did city-states form around the Greek empire? Geography Matters in Ancient Greece looks at how the Greek Empire changed through time and gives fascinating insights into many different aspects of Greek life through its geography. Read about how the hot climate affected the crops that Greeks could grow and the housing and clothing they needed, how the Mycenaeans were able to protect themselve...
The Life and Times of Pythagoras (Biography from Ancient Civilizations: Legends, Folklore, and Stories of Ancient Worlds)
by Susan Sales Harkins and William H Harkins
How People Lived in Ancient Greece (How People Lived)
by Colin Hynson
Spotlight on the Rise and Fall of Ancient Civilizations: India (Spotlight on the Rise and Fall of Ancient Civilizations)