Groovy Greeks

Groovy Greeks by Terry Deary is a re-issued edition published by Scholastic in 2007, featuring 140 pages in English. This book presents an engaging exploration of ancient Greek history, highlighting the unique customs and practices of the time. Readers will learn about the educational practices for boys and the absence of formal schooling for girls, alongside intriguing anecdotes that reveal the quirks of ancient Greek life.
In Groovy Greeks, readers can expect a humorous take on historical facts, including the world’s first flushing toilet and the unusual activities of girls in ancient Greece. The book focuses on the more peculiar aspects of history, ensuring that the narrative remains lively and entertaining. With its emphasis on juvenile nonfiction, this edition invites young readers to delve into the fascinating and sometimes bizarre world of ancient Greece, making history accessible and enjoyable.
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Apparently the ancient Greeks were a rather groovy bunch. The boys didn’t start school until they were seven, and girls didn’t have to go at all. But it wasn’t always so jolly. Readers can discover why girls ran about naked pretending to be bears, who had the world’s first flushing toilet and why dedicated doctors tasted their patients’ ear wax! History with the nasty bits left in! 2013 is HORRIBLE HISTORIES twentieth anniversary.
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