Theras and His Town

4-6
Theras and His Town

Theras and His Town

By: Caroline Dale Snedeker

Born in Athens but taken to Sparta after his father’s death, young Theras is forced to endure the harsh and unforgiving life of a Spartan boy. After facing cruelty and strict discipline, he escapes with a companion and begins a perilous journey home to Athens.

Rich with historical detail, Theras and His Town vividly contrasts two great Greek cultures through a story of courage, resilience, and adventure. A compelling tale from Newbery Honor author Caroline Dale Snedeker.

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Young Theras, born an Athenian, is taken to Sparta by a relative when his father is lost at war. He is forced to live like a Spartan, a brutal life with no pity for those who are not physically perfect and totally obedient to Spartan control. After enduring rigorous training and repeated cruel incidents, he escapes with a Perioikoi boy and heads for his beloved Athens. Here is the story of a hard and dangerous journey with Snedeker's amazing historical accuracy. Caroline Dale Snedeker, twice a Newbery Honor winner, captures the authentic flavor of ancient Greek culture in a story of adventure and excitement that fully illustrates the differences between the Athenian and Spartan cultures.

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Used in Ancient History 5-8

  • By: Caroline Dale Snedeker

  • Pages: 237

  • ISBN: 9781955402231

  • Media: Paperback

  • Reading level: 4th, 5th, 6th
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