Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece (Getty Trust Publications: J. Paul Getty Museum) - Hardcover

Sheehan, Sean

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0892366672 ISBN 13: 9780892366675

Publisher: J. Paul Getty Museum, 2002

Synopsis

The art, culture, and mythology of ancient Greece still exert powerful influences on modern civilization. This attractive and authoritative books opens up the fascinating world of the Greeks to young readers.
A section of thematic "trails" begins the book, for children with an interest in a particular topic who may not be sure where to start in the A to Z entries. Each "trail" identifies the core entries for topics such as gods and goddesses, everyday life, or the Trojan War. Color-keyed icons beside the entries help readers follow the "trail," while related topics are suggested to encourage browsing and wider reading. Thus the young reader gains confidence in using a reference book in an enjoyable way.
Approximately two hundred fifty alphabetical entries-each illustrated in full color-survey the history, art, myths, culture, and everyday life of the ancient Greeks. For ages nine and up.

About this title

About the Author:

Sean Sheehan, who specializes in writing educational books for young readers, studied Greek language and literature and was a teacher in London and Southeast Asia.

From Publishers Weekly:

Readers who like a more in-depth approach to mythology will appreciate Sean Sheehan's Illustrated Encyclopedia of Ancient Greece. Marked by icons, "trails" such as "Gods & Goddesses," "Myths" and "Writers" guide readers to entries that will amplify each theme. Words in the text listed in bold type refer readers to additional entries. Full-color photographs, maps and artifacts illuminate the text.
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About this edition

• Publisher: J. Paul Getty Museum
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0892366672
• ISBN 13: 9780892366675
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 164