The Moon Over Crete
The Moon Over Crete by Jyotsna Sreenivasan is a novel published by Holy Cow! Press in 1994, designed for readers aged 8 to 12. This first edition spans 128 pages and is presented in English. The story follows an 11-year-old girl named Lily as she travels back 3,500 years to ancient Crete, exploring a society where gender equality is a reality.
Readers will find a narrative that illustrates a unique historical perspective, emphasizing the importance of equality in a way that is accessible to young audiences. The book engages with themes relevant to juvenile fiction, particularly focusing on people and places in Europe. Through Lily’s journey, the narrative encourages children to consider the possibilities of a more equitable society.
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The Moon Over Crete — Novel for ages 8-12. Listed in Great Books for Girls. Lily, 11, goes back 3,500 years to ancient Crete, where women and men were equal. “Paints a picture of a society where equality is a possibility, a possibility children need to grasp.” — Women in Libraries Newsletter, ALA.
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