Terrible True Tales: Greeks
'Deary's storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling.' – The i newspaper on The Silver Hand
From the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide.
Horrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a hilarious collection of Greek tales based on thrilling true stories – four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don't know they're history fans yet) aged 7+.
The Lion’s Slave The great inventor Archimedes has just one problem – his clumsy servant, Lydia. But when the Romans besiege Syracuse, and the Greeks turn to Archimedes for help, it is she who comes up with the answers…
The Tortoise and the Dare Elena's freedom is at stake. She needs all her cunning to make sure her brother wins a race in the Olympic stadium. But will he?
The Boy Who Cried Horse When a stranger announces that the Greeks have departed Troy, leaving a special gift of a wooden horse, young Acheron is suspicious. He races to tell Prince Paris about the Greek plot, but will anyone at the palace believe him?
The Town Mouse and the Spartan House Darius has been orphaned by the plague in Athens and joins the Spartan army. Then his uncle, the commander, falls sick. Can Darius find a cure?
Terry Deary’s Terrible True Tales: Greeks explores the world of ancient Greece through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. Packed with fun illustrations by Helen Flook, these stories feature real people and take place in some of the most recognisable ancient Greek settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.
Terry Deary is the author of over 300 fiction and non-fiction books, which have been published in 40 languages. His Horrible Histories series celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2023, having sold over 30 million copies worldwide and been adapted as a movie, a television series, theatre tours and museum exhibitions. Terry's non-fiction has been consistently on the bestseller lists since 1994, and he was voted 'Outstanding children's non-fiction author of the 20th Century' by Books for Keeps magazine.
Helen Flook is known for her evocative pen and ink designs and has illustrated more than 100 books for children and adults.