Story Of Greece: Told To Boys And Girls (1914)

The Story of Greece: Told to Boys and Girls (1914) is a historical book written by Mary Macgregor. It is a comprehensive account of the history of Greece, from its earliest civilizations to the time of the Peloponnesian War. The book is written in a simple and engaging manner, making it accessible to young readers.The book begins with the legendary stories of Greek gods and goddesses, and then moves on to the early civilizations of Crete and Mycenae. It covers the rise of Athens and Sparta, the Persian Wars, the Golden Age of Athens, and the Peloponnesian War. The book also discusses the contributions of famous Greek philosophers, such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.The author has included many interesting facts and anecdotes throughout the book, which make it an enjoyable read for both children and adults. The book is also illustrated with beautiful black and white drawings that bring the stories to life.Overall, The Story of Greece: Told to Boys and Girls is an excellent introduction to the history of Greece, and a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating civilization.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.