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Good Books Set in Ancient Times
Books about Creation, Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome will enhance any history curriculum.
We chose these books because they are well written and placed them by time period.
Many of these books are used with other homeschool curriculum such as unit studies and history guides.
By Dennis Petersen, Published by Bridge Logos
Unlocking the Mysteries of Creation is designed like a museum tour. It gives readers a visual feast and a solid foundation in creation science. From the mysteries of original man and the early earth to studying ancient civilizations, the book helps readers to discover the scientific accuracy of the Biblical creation account, unveil the fundamental fallacies of evolutionistic myths, and build an unshakeable confidence in the reality and power of God's Word. |
9780882704722 |
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By Ruth Beechick, Published by Mott Media
The author weaves a story based in Bible fact from creation to Abram. Great read aloud for the family. There is nothing new under the sun and the similarities of the time before the flood to the present time are very interesting. This is a must read if you are starting your history studies in creation! |
9780940319073 |
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Hittite WarriorBy Joanne Williamson, Published by Bethlehem Books |
9781883937386 |
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Ancient Egypt
By John Ashton and David Down, Published by Master Books
How Egyptian Archaeology confirms the Biblical Timeline. "Go back in time as famous Egyptians such as the boy-king Tutankhamen, the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, and the beautiful Cleopatra are brought to life. Learn who the pharaoh of the Exodus was and where his pyramid is in the captivating now look at Egyptian history. |
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By William W. Canfield, Published by Salem Ridge Press
Set in Egypt at the time of the first Passover and the Exodus of the Hebrews out of Egypt, The Sign Above the Door presents a clear picture of Egyptian culture and the devastating effect of the ten plagues in the context of an exciting story.
The Sign Above the Door is reprinted by Salem Ridge Press. It has 307 pages and a softcover. It is suitable for ages 12 to adult. |
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By Elizabeth Haldane
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9780756619848 |
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God KingBy Joanne Williamson, Published by Bethlehem Books
A story in the days of King Hezekiah |
9781883937737 |
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Mara, Daughter of the NileBy Eloise Jarvis McGraw
Intriguing tale of a slave who is a double spy in ancient Egypt! |
9780140319293 |
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The Golden GobletBy Eloise Jarvis McGraw |
9780140303353 |
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By Aliki
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9780064460118 |
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The Historical Atlas of Ancient Egypt is used in the Greenleaf Guide to Ancient Egypt. |
9780140513318 |
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By Elizabeth Payne
One of the Landmark books! The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt is used in the Greenleaf Guide to Ancient Egypt. |
9780394846996 |
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By David Macaulay Tells the story of the building of a pyramid. If you can get the video from you local library, it's excellent. |
9780395321218 |
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Shadow Hawke
By Andre Norton, Published by Bethlehem Books |
9781883937676 |
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The Riddle of the Rosetta StoneBy James Giblin
Learn about the Rosetta Stone, the key to the hieroglyphics, which was discovered in 1799 by soldiers in Napoleon's army. |
9780064461375 |
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TirzahBy Lucille Travis
Tirzah is the story of a twelve-year-old Hebrew girl in Egypt during the time of Moses. |
9780836135466 |
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By Judy Donnelly
Used in the Greenleaf Guide to Ancient Egypt. |
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Ancient Greece
Archimedes and the Door of Science
By Jeanne Bendick, Published by Bethlehem Books Learn about the life and work of the Greek mathematician in
Archimedes and the Door of Science. |
9781883937126 |
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By Genevieve Foster
Augustus Caesar's World is a slice of history measured by the lifetime of Augustus Caesar. Readers will learn the major events and figures of Egyptian, Hebrew, Greek, and Roman history; and also the cultures of ancient China, India, and Persia. Told as a story it will delight readers young and old. Wonderful timelines, charts and illustrations enhance the text. Please note: Foster looks at the major world religions, including Christianity, from a historical perspective, not necessarily as one of faith. 334 pages, Trade PB, Intermediate/High School. |
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By John S. White, LL.D, Published by American Home School Publishing
Some of the writings of Herodotus are made simpler for children. |
0966706706 |
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By Emma Leslie, Illustrated by Felter, Published by Salem Ridge Press
"After the death of her father, Glaucia is sold to a wealthy Roman family to pay his debts. She tries hard to adjust to her new life but longs to find a God who can love even a slave. Meanwhile, her brother, Laon, struggles to find her and to earn enough money to buy her freedom. But what is the mystery that surrounds their mother’s disappearance years earlier and will they ever be able to read the message in the parchments she left for them?"
Glaucia the Greek Slave was originally published in 1874. With a softcover, it has 270 pages and is suitable for ages 10 to adult. Story Setting: Athens in 59 - 64 A.D. |
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By Caroline Dale Snedeker, Published by American Home School Publishing |
0966706749 |
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By Caroline Dale Snedeker, Published by American Home School Publishing
"The Spartan is the story of Aristodemos, the only survivor of The Battle of Thermopylae. Follow Aristodemos through his childhood in Athens and Sparta until the great battle is fought."
"Throughout his life, until his valiant death, Aristodemos searches for redemption for his disgrace. His life touches the lives of Miltiades, Aeschylus, Aristides the Just, Leonidas, and Pindar." |
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By Caroline Dale Snedeker, Published by American Home School Publishing
"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." |
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The Roman Empire
Beyond the Desert GateBy Mary Ray, Published by Bethlehem Books
Sequel to The Ides of April |
9781883937546 |
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The Bronze BowBy Elizabeth Speare |
9780395137192 |
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The Captives-Or, Escape from the Druid CouncilBy Emma Leslie, Published by Salem Ridge Press
"The Druid priests are as cold and cruel as the forest spirits they claim to represent, and Guntra, the chief of her tribe of Britons, must make a desperate deal with them to protect those she loves. Unaware of Guntra’s struggles, Jugurtha, her son, longs to drive the hated Roman conquerors from the land. When he encounters the Christian Centurion, Marcinius, Jugurtha mocks the idea of a God of love and kindness, but there comes a day when he is in need of love and kindness for himself and his beloved little sister. Will he allow Marcinius to help him? And will the gospel of Jesus Christ ever penetrate the brutal religion of the proud Britons?"
Originally published in 1873, The Captives has a softcover with 169 pages. It is suitable for ages 12 to adult.
Story Setting: Roman England in 66 - 67 A.D. |
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Caesar's Gallic WarBy Olivia Coolidge, Published by American Homeschool Publishing
"In 1961, Olivia Coolidge wrote this account, both factual and fictional, of the Gallic War of 58 to 51 B.C., narrated by a fictitious soldier in Caesar's army, which provides a more vivid and readable companion to Caesar's "Commentaries on the Gallic War." |
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By Caroline Dale Snedeker, Published by American Home School Publishing
The story of Chloe, the slave daughter of a Roman father and Grecian mother. A 1934 Newbery Honor Book,
The Forgotten Daughter is a "captivating story of adventure, love, Chloe's struggle with the anger and hatred she feels toward her father, and the forgiveness she learns that cleanses her soul." |
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Galen and the Gateway to MedicineJeanne Bendick, Published by Bethlehem Books
Galen was a physician born in 129 A.D. at the height of the Roman Empire. Galen was known for his acute diagnoses of patients, botanical wisdom, and studies of physiology. He passed on the medical tradition of respect for life. |
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The Ides of AprilBy Mary Ray, Published by Bethlehem Books Story of a Greek Slave in Rome, 62 A. D. |
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Josephus A Unique WitnessBy David Bentley-Taylor |
9781857924992 |
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Josephus The Essential WritingsKregal Publications |
9780825429644 |
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By Emma Leslie, Illustrated by Gunston, Published by Salem Ridge Press
"When Flaminius, a high Roman official, takes his wife, Flavia, to the Colosseum to see Christians thrown to the lions, he has no idea the effect it will have. Flavia cannot forget the faith of the martyrs, and finally, to protect her from complete disgrace or even danger, Flaminius requests a transfer to a more remote government post. As he and his family travel to the seven cities of Asia Minor mentioned in Revelation, he sees the various responses of the churches to persecution. His attitude toward the despised Christians begins to change, but does he dare forsake the gods of Rome and embrace the Lord Jesus Christ?"
Originally published in 1875, Out of the Mouth of the Lion is republished by Salem Ridge Press. It has a softcover with 265 pages and is suitable for ages 12 to adult. Story Setting: Asia Minor in 163 - 166 A.D. |
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By Emma Leslie, Illustrated by Gunston, Published by Salem Ridge Press
"There is newfound freedom from persecution for Christians under the emperor, Constantine, but newfound troubles as well. Errors and pagan ways are creeping into the Church, while many of the most devoted Christians are withdrawing from the world into the desert as hermits and nuns. Quadratus, one of the emperor’s special guards, is concerned over these developments, even in his own family. Then a riot sweeps through the city and Quadratus’ home is ransacked. When he regains consciousness, he finds that his sister, Placidia, is gone. Where is she? And can the Church handle the new freedom, and remain faithful?"
Sowing Beside All Waters was originally published in 1875 and is republished by Salem Ridge Press. With a softcover, it has 264 pages. It is suitable for ages 12 to adult.
Story Setting: The Roman Empire in 313 - 363 A.D. |
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By Caroline Dale Snedeker, Published by American Home School Publishing
A touching story of a young Roman boy, Flavius and his developing compassion for his captured Greek slave Ariphron.
Grade 3-5 |
0966706714 |
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By Caroline Dale Snedeker, Published by American Home School Publishing
"The White Isle was one of the first books to bring young people a spirited picture of Roman life in Gaul and Britain and is one of Caroline Dale Snedeker's finest books."
This is the story of the exile of a patrician Claudian family in the White Isle. Life in Britain is an adventure for Lavinia, the daughter. Read along as Lavinia travels from Rome through Gaul to Britain where she learns about Christianity. |
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