The Parthenon: The Height of Greek Civilization

by Elizabeth Mann

Book Overview

The story of an inspired building and an inspirational civilization.

The Parthenon is more than a magnificent building. Every marble statue, every graceful column, is an expression of a civilization whose three great values still speak to us today:

Democracy. At a time of godlike rulers, ordinary citizens voted to build the Parthenon. Humanism. The Parthenon's art honored Athens' water carriers as well as its...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1931414157
• ISBN13: 9781931414159
• Release Date: October 2006
• Publisher: Mikaya Press
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 10.2" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 9 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 8

Customer Reviews

A Great Introduction to Greek History

It is a difficult task to introduce Ancient Greece to young children. Most books overwhelm them with too much disperate information. Elizabeth Mann has a great solution to the overload problem by concentrating on one building, The Parthenon. By focusing on one discrete structure, she can introduce children to Greek mythology, history, art and architecture in a more directed fashion. I am a great fan and collector of ancient history books for children. Elizabeth Mann's "Wonders of the World Books" are some of the best history books available for children. Her books contain that wonderful mix of history combined with art and architecture. They are a real pleasure and I look forward to reading the entire series. Highly recommended.