Homeric Stories for Young Readers (1903)

By Frederic Aldin Hall

Book Overview

Homeric Stories For Young Readers is a book written by the ancient Greek poet Homer, translated and adapted for children by American author and educator Alfred John Church in 1903. The book contains a collection of stories from Homer's epic poems, including the Iliad and the Odyssey. The stories are retold in a simplified language suitable for young readers, while still maintaining the essence and spirit of the original works. The book covers the Trojan War, the adventures of Odysseus, the wrath of Achilles, the fall of Troy, and the return of Odysseus to his home in Ithaca. The book is illustrated with black and white drawings, and each story is introduced with a brief summary and notes on the characters and events. The book aims to introduce young readers to the world of ancient Greek mythology and literature, while also providing an entertaining and educational read. Overall, Homeric Stories For Young Readers is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of children and adults alike, and continues to be a valuable resource for anyone interested in the epic poems of Homer.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164675516
• ISBN13: 9781164675518
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"