LB could turn straw into gold. Here she describes chancing across the writings of a rather obscure Greek philosopher, and the wonders and illuminations that followed. Transformative.
Looking for Theophrastus: Travels in Search of a Lost Philosopher
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£16.99
Edition:Hardback978183895436905/05/2022From a Bookshelf nearby
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Arion and the Dolphin, King Midas, Pandora's Box, Heracles and Athena populate this introduction to Greek myths for the very young - ages 3-6. Please note: publication has been delayed un... read more
Greek Myths for Little Children
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It's an odd state of things if publishers believe that girls need elided versions of classical tales - but far better they read this than none at all, of course. Circe, Demeter, Penelope, Ar... read more
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Written in the form of a letter to Marcus Aurelius, this timeless novel reimagines the Roman emperor Hadrian, looking back on his life. The prose is exquisite, the musings on art and death, ... read more
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The Last Assassin
Hardback £20.00