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The Parthenon
Unveil the wonder of six structures that define the world's skyline. Learn how and why these buildings were constructed and used, as well as the role they play in the history of each culture they represent. From ancient times to the 20th century, these architectural monuments stand as lasting tributes to religion, romance, politics, and human spirit.
- GenresHistory
48 pages, Hardcover
First published June 1, 1997
14 people want to read
About the author
Peter Chrisp
176 books8 followersPeter Chrisp is a British children's author of books on history. With over sixty books published, his various works include Blitzkrieg!, Dorling Kindersly's Ancient Egypt Revealed and Ancient Rome Revealed, The Spanish Conquests of the New World, and many more.
He first began writing history after working on the Mass-Observation archive at the University of Sussex. He has also worked as a writer on the online project "Icons of England".
Aside from his publications in literature, he is also an artist, who has exhibited collections of his cartoons and hand-drawn postcards during Brighton Festival. He is an inveterate theatre- and concert-goer, and during the Edinburgh Festival regularly views three shows a day. He collects original art works, and is a fan of Eric Ravilious and Jonny Hannah among others.
At present, Mr. Chrisp acts as one of Brighton's cultural attaches to Lewes. This is believed to be largely an honorary position. He is also being talked of as a possible future Mayor of Brighton.
He first began writing history after working on the Mass-Observation archive at the University of Sussex. He has also worked as a writer on the online project "Icons of England".
Aside from his publications in literature, he is also an artist, who has exhibited collections of his cartoons and hand-drawn postcards during Brighton Festival. He is an inveterate theatre- and concert-goer, and during the Edinburgh Festival regularly views three shows a day. He collects original art works, and is a fan of Eric Ravilious and Jonny Hannah among others.
At present, Mr. Chrisp acts as one of Brighton's cultural attaches to Lewes. This is believed to be largely an honorary position. He is also being talked of as a possible future Mayor of Brighton.
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October 11, 2019
Your average book about the Parthenon. Great if you want a very quick history, in case for instance you are traveling to Greece and want to quickly cram. Solid details and good illustrations.
June 28, 2013
Use this book to find out why the Parthenon was built, how it was built, and how it was used.
New Mexico Social Studies Standards:
- Strand: History; Content Standard I; 5-8 Benchmark 1-A New Mexico; Grade 6; 1
- Strand: History; Content Standard I; 5-8 Benchmark 1-C World; Grade 6; 5
- Strand: Geography; Content Standard II; 5-8 Benchmark 2-C; Grade 6; 1
- Strand: Geography; Content Standard II; 5-8 Benchmark 2-E; Grade 6
- Strand: Civics and Government; Content Standard III; 5-8 Benchmark 3-C; Grade 6; 1
- Strand: Economics; Content Standard IV; 5-8 Benchmark 4-C; Grade 6
*Available at Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries*
New Mexico Social Studies Standards:
- Strand: History; Content Standard I; 5-8 Benchmark 1-A New Mexico; Grade 6; 1
- Strand: History; Content Standard I; 5-8 Benchmark 1-C World; Grade 6; 5
- Strand: Geography; Content Standard II; 5-8 Benchmark 2-C; Grade 6; 1
- Strand: Geography; Content Standard II; 5-8 Benchmark 2-E; Grade 6
- Strand: Civics and Government; Content Standard III; 5-8 Benchmark 3-C; Grade 6; 1
- Strand: Economics; Content Standard IV; 5-8 Benchmark 4-C; Grade 6
*Available at Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Libraries*
February 10, 2013
Joseph says, "if a non-fiction book isn't well-done, it's hard to give it more than 2 or 3 stars"
August 10, 2016
Read as part of my son's history curriculum
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