In the Daily Life of the Ancient Greeks by Fiona Macdonald

In the Daily Life of the Ancient Greeks by Fiona Macdonald

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Why did Greek women pray to the goddess Artemis before their wedding? How did the god Dionysus create the ancient Greek love of theatre? This work explores various aspects of ancient Greek life by looking at the traditions and religious beliefs associated with it. It also includes a glossary, index, photography, and illustrations.

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In the Daily Life of the Ancient Greeks by Fiona Macdonald

Why did Greek women pray to the goddess Artemis before their wedding? How did the god Dionysus create the ancient Greek love of theatre? How did Zeus, King of the Gods, punish those who broke the law? Every aspect of ancient life is explored by looking at the traditions and religious beliefs associated with it. The book reveals how such beliefs were an integral part of life and how they affected everything that was done. It is complete with glossary, index, photography and illustrations.
'..a fascinating and well illustrated series...a bargain at GBP5.99' -- BBC History 20030203
Fiona Macdonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in schools, adult education and university and is the author of numerous history books for children.
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ISBN 13 9780750235884
ISBN 10 0750235888
Title In the Daily Life of the Ancient Greeks
Author Fiona Macdonald
Series Gods And Goddesses Of S
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Hachette Children's Group
Year published 2002-07-18
Number of pages 48
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.