Children of Ancient Rome

Step into the radiant world of ancient Greece, where the pursuit of wisdom and the strength of the athlete shape the lives of children in every city-state. Through a series of beautifully woven stories, young readers meet boys and girls who learn courage, diligence, and reverence as they take their place within a rich and ordered world. Whether reciting the epic verses of Homer, training in the olive groves for the great games, or witnessing the architectural marvels of the Parthenon rise, ...