The Life and Times of Socrates (Biography from Ancient Civilizations) (Library Binding)

~ (Author) "Young Chaerephon followed the sun west from Athens, Greece, on his journey to the sacred shrine at Delphi..." (more)
Key Phrases: young philosopher, Thirty Tyrants, Delian League, Persian Empire

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Socrates was born during the Golden Age of Greece. He grew up during the exciting days of Pericles in Athens, in the midst of drama and poetry, the creation of architecture and sculpture, and the writing of literature. The glory of Athens lasted less than 50 years. Socrates lived to see his city conquered by the Spartans from without and by a terrible plague from within. He tried to convince his fellow citizens to examine their own beliefs and behavior. The Athenians arrested Socrates. They accused him of corrupting his students. He refused to run away to save his life and was tried and executed.

About the Author

Susan Zannos has been a lifelong educator, having taught at all levels, from preschool to college, in Mexico, Greece, Italy, Russia, and Lithuania, as well as in the United States. She has published a mystery Trust the Liar (Walker and Co.) and Human Types: Essence and the Enneagram (Samuel Weiser). Her book, Human Types, was recently translated into Russian, and in 2003 Susan was invited to tour Russia and lecture about her book. Another book she wrote for young adults, Careers in Education (Mitchell Lane) was selected for the New York Public Library’s "Books for the Teen Age 2003 List." She has written many books for children, including Chester Carlson and the Development of Xerography and The Life and Times of Ludwig van Beethoven (Mitchell Lane). When not traveling, Susan lives in the Sierra Foothills of Northern California.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Library Binding: 48 pages
• Publisher: Mitchell Lane Publishers (June 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1584152826
• ISBN-13: 978-1584152828
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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