Greece the People

Adare, Sierra

ISBN 10: 061311602X ISBN 13: 9780613116022

Synopsis

Suitable for ages 9-14, this book explores the daily lives of the Greek people in both ancient and modern times. Special sections describe a typical day in ancient times beginning with the gathering at the agora or market, the traditional work men, women, and slaves performed during the day, and how boys were educated but girls were not.

About this title

Synopsis

This title is suitable for ages 9 to 10 years. Greece is home to 11 million people, but just as many people living abroad regard Greece as their homeland. With over 20 new images, the revised "Greece - The People" studies the what life is like for people in modern Greece. Topics include: traditional Greek kafeneions and modern "platies"; family life; school; nameday traditions; and, city and village life.

About the Author

Sierra Adare s cooking, travel, and how-to articles have appeared in regional and national publications, including "Mother Earth News, Farmstead Magazine", and the "Denver Post". From her home at the base of the Wind River Range in Wyoming, she skis, skydives, sails, and car-camps in addition to backpacking, goat packing, horse packing, and canoeing.

About this edition

• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 061311602X
• ISBN 13: 9780613116022
• Binding: Library Binding