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Examines the life of ancient Greek philosopher and scientist Aristotle, discussing his childhood, his education at the Academy in Athens, his life as a scholar, and his lasting contributions to various branches of science.

Discusses the theories of ancient Greek philosopher-scientists such as Ptolemy, Pythagoras, Hippocrates, and Aristotle, and describes scientific discoveries and their applications in ancient Greece.

Describes women in ancient Greece through the Hellenistic age, including their legal rights and status, their home life, their roles in community activities, and their image in mythology, drama, and philosophy.

A history of the technology of ancient Greece including its agriculture and trade, system of writing, strategy of warfare, art and architecture, and technology of medicine.

A biography of the general and king who conquered much of the civilized world, creating a vast empire influenced by Greek ideas.

Introduces the origin of ancient Greek theories, such as anatomy, geography, and democracy, and the ways they continue to influence modern-day thinking; and includes fifteen activities that allow children to re-create some of the scientific discoveries of the Aegean people.

Describes aspects of the daily lives of children in ancient Greece, covering homes, toys, pets, school, sports, and the town center, and discusses the ancient Olympics.

When a British teacher accepts a position on a Greek island he soon becomes embroiled in a confusing maze of death, violence, and erotic encounters.

Examines the life and accomplishments of ancient Greek military leader and ruler Alexander the Great, discussing his background, his relationship with his father, his economic and military achievements, and his death.