The Corinthian girl : champion athlete of ancient Olympia / Christina Balit.
| Author/creator | Balit, Christina author, illustrator. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Herefordshire : Otter-Barry Books, 2021. |
| Copyright Date | ©2021 |
| Description | 32 unnumbered pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 29 cm |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | "Set in Ancient Greece, this inspiring story tells of an enslaved girl who became champion in the Heraean Games (the girls' and women's version of the Olympic Games) in the great stadium at Olympia. Born in Corinth, abandoned as a baby, she becomes nameless until her strength and skill are noticed by her owner, a famous athlete. Her spirit and courage take her to victory in the Games, to freedom and to fame."-- Provided by publisher. |
| General note | "Based on the real-life ancient Heraean Games for women and girls, held at Olympia." -- Back cover. |
| Interest age level | Ages 5-8 |
| Interest grade level | Grades 1-2 |
| Genre/form | Fiction. |
| Genre/form | Historical fiction. |
| Genre/form | History. |
| Genre/form | Juvenile works. |
| Genre/form | Creative nonfiction. |
| Genre/form | Informational works. |
| Genre/form | Picture books. |
| Genre/form | Historical fiction. |
| LCCN | 2043437509 |
| ISBN | 9781913074722 (hardback) |
| ISBN | 1913074722 (hardback) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Easy Picture Books | E B1987C | ✔ Available | Place Hold |