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A graphic novel that introduces ancient Greece through the story of an ancient Greek family, covering discoveries of the time: democracy, the crane, and cartography.

"Vending machines and flushing toilets in Ancient Greece. Discover the amazing and amusing marvels this fascinating ancient civilization has given us from democracy to geometry. 50 Things is a fun and engaging way for readers to explore a new topic, broaden their knowledge on a favorite subject, or just have a few laughs"--Publisher.

"Do you think you would have enjoyed living in ancient Greece? Daily life was ruled over by the gods-and they could be a mean bunch! This book is full of fascinating facts about Greek daily life, religion, philosophy, and warfare"--.

"Ruins dot the hillsides in the country of Greece. Some of the ruins are literally thousands of years old. They begin to tell the tale of the ancient Greeks, who built a . . . society that lasted from 600 to 200 BC. Their fates, they believed, were in the hands of hundreds of superhuman gods with . . . powers. These . . . people were scholars, farmers, warriors, scientists, and artists. They accomplished . . . feats both in technology and philosophy. They invented the Olympic Games, pointed the way to modern medicine, and developed the basic ideas behind modern day democracy. Find out more about these people ahead of their time [in this book]"--Provided by publisher.

"In Ancient Greece, a skilled marble sculptor has been blessed by a goddess who has given his masterpiece--the most beautiful woman the town has ever seen--the gift of life. Now his wife, Galatea is expected to be obedience and humility personified, but it is not long before she learns to use her beauty as a form of manipulation. In a desperate bid by her obsessive husband to keep her under control, she is locked away under the constant supervision of doctors and nurses. But with a daughter to rescue, she is determined to break free, whatever the cost . . ."--Amazon.com.

In this continuation of "Mythos," Stephen Fry recounts the stories of the human heroes found in Greek mythology, with illustrations of classical art inspired by the myths.

An introduction to the Ancient Greeks. Learn about their warriors, gods, way of life, and more.

"When you think of the achievements and legacy of ancient Greece, you probably think of art, architecture, and democracy. But ancient Greeks left so much more to the world, and some of their inventions will surprise modern readers. The list includes the lighthouse, the alarm clock, the shower, and trial by jury. This . . . volume will introduce readers to all this and more as they explore the myriad accomplishments of ancient Greece"--.

"A retelling of the Greek myth of the Trojan war"--Provided by publisher.

The myth of the Minotaur is one of the oldest stories in history. It comes from the Greek island of Crete, where Minoan civilization flourished between 3000 and 1100 BCE. The labyrinth in which the monster was imprisoned is also the first mention of a maze in the historical record. Through the age-appropriate main text, augmented by engaging fact boxes and full-color photographs, readers learn about the fascinating history of ancient Greece. A glossary of new terms is included to give a deeper understanding of the material.