Our Little Athenian Cousin of Long Ago

My Little Athenian Cousin of Long Ago is about a boy named Hiero growing up in ancient Athens. In the story, he and a boy named Duris grow in friendship while learning about life in the city. Through their friendship, the book shows what everyday life was like for children in ancient Greece, including school, family life, festivals, and important events happening around them. (Summary by Narrator)

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Preface 1:13 Read by Emily Madill
The Guest-Friend 8:25 Read by Emily Madill
In the Market-Place 5:59 Read by Emily Madill
The Acropolis 6:40 Read by Emily Madill
Preparing for the Festival 6:54 Read by Emily Madill
At School 6:49 Read by Emily Madill
The Wrestling School 9:01 Read by Emily Madill
The Festival 6:03 Read by Emily Madill
The Great Procession 6:58 Read by Emily Madill
Hiero's Uncle is Ill 4:49 Read by Emily Madill
Festival of the Bear 4:43 Read by Emily Madill
The New Slave 3:54 Read by Emily Madill
Preparing to be Soldiers 5:07 Read by Emily Madill
A Story in the Studio 3:53 Read by Emily Madill
Duris Leaves Athens 6:25 Read by Emily Madill
The Beginning of War 6:38 Read by Emily Madill
Hiero the Victor 7:33 Read by Emily Madill