"Influential Figures of Ancient Greece" by Don Nardo explores the lives and contributions of key historical figures who shaped the cultural, political, and philosophical landscape of ancient Greece. Through vivid storytelling, readers encounter iconic personalities such as Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and Alexander the Great, among others. Each chapter delves into their achievements, challenges, and lasting legacies, illustrating how their ideas and actions have continued to influence modern thought and society. This engaging narrative brings history to life, making it accessible and relevant for readers interested in understanding the profound impact of these ancient influencers on the world today. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called History Makers .

There are 112 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2004 by Cengage Gale .

Historian and award-winning author Don Nardo has written many books for young people about modern history, including studies of the rise of Hitler and Nazism, World War II, international terrorism, and dozens of military topics. In addition, he specializes in ancient history and has published numerous volumes about the histories and cultures of the ancient Greeks, Romans, Egyptians, and peoples of Mesopotamia. Nardo, who also composes and arranges orchestral music, lives with his wife, Christine, in Massachusetts.