Eleni Svoronou    ATHENS– Interactive Routes

young reader | 6+
ISBN: 978-960-594-146-8 • Price: 14,00€  • 13,5×19 cm. • Pages: 72 Illustrated by Philippos Photiadis,
Translation: Kelly Ioannidou, Elena Kalenti

The book | Starting at the Acropolis Museum, we tour the sights and the charming Athenian neighborhoods. We discover the many faces of the city center – the well-known and the hidden—full of unique energy and inexhaustible charm. We follow the two heroes of the book as they explore under the Attic sky. Through their eyes, we travel across the glorious history of the city that was the cradle of ancient Greek civilization.

A beautiful and useful book that serves both as a guide to Athens and as an educational tool.

The author | Eleni Svoronou is a well-known author of children's and youth literature. She has written a lot of books which have been awarded several times with important prizes such as the Circle of the Greek Children’s Book Award (IBBY) and the State Literary Award. In addition, one of her books has been included in the White Ravens’ 2016 list. She works for WWF Greece organizing educational programs about natural heritage and culture.

Philippos Photiadis studied architecture and fine arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and children’s book illustration.

Eleni Svoronou    I, Trebizond 

picture book | 9+
ISBN: 978-960-594-101-7 • Price: 13,50€  • 13×18 cm. • Pages: 136

The book | A narrative that begins in the age of myth, moves through the era of the flourishing Greek colonies on the Black Sea, the Roman years, the Kingdom of Pontus, the Byzantine Empire, and the Empire of Trebizond, before ending with Ottoman rule and the extinction of Pontic Hellenism (1914-1922).

A story told by Trebizond, the queen of the Greek cities of Pontus.

The author | Eleni Svoronou is a well-known author of children's and youth literature. She has written a lot of books which have been awarded several times with important prizes such as the Circle of the Greek Children’s Book Award (IBBY) and the State Literary Award. In addition, one of her books has been included in the White Ravens’ 2016 list. She works for WWF Greece organizing educational programs about natural heritage and culture.

Filippos Fotiadis studied architecture and fine arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and children’s book illustration.

Melina Iliopoulou 
An Imaginary Trip to Florence

Young reader | 6+
ISBN: 978-960-594-096-6 • Price: 14,00€  • 13,5x19 cm. • Pages: 72

The book | A book that can be used as a guide for young and older readers who will choose the beautiful city of Florence as their travel destination, but mainly a book of knowledge for a fantastic journey that takes place from the comfort of our home. Through this fairytale journey, we are transported to the "Athens of Italy", Florence, a city known for its rich history, art and architecture. A walk full of mysteries and surprises, with Michelangelo, Da Vinci, Botticelli, Dante, Boccaccio and Galileo in the limelight, through the pictorial world of Philippos Fotiadis.

The book picks up the reader on the first page on a train bound for Florence and takes them on a leisurely ride that has it all. Sights, history, art, food, gelato, and even a hint of some of the classic fairy tales.

 

The authors | Melina Iliopoulou completed her MBA at the University of London and teaches Sociology. At the same time, she works as a guide, after having travelled to many countries.

Filippos Fotiadis studied Architecture and Fine Arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and illustrates children’s books.

 

 

 

 

Marianna Koumarianou 
Delta like Dido

picture book | 9+
ISBN: 978-960-594-086-7 • Price: 12,00€  • 13×18 cm. • Pages: 168

The book | A narrative full of lively images from life in Asia Minor (Mikra Asia) before the calamity of 1922.

The book describes the life at an early age of the famous Greek author Dido Sotiriou, who was born there. After the literal narrative there is educational material for Smyrni from antiquity until nowadays and a rich index of place names in Asia Minor.

The authors | Marianna Koumarianou was born in Cardiff, Whales (1980) and lives in Athens. She works as an educator and writes articles and book reviews in both printed and digital magazines. She is also a poet and a children’s storyteller, winner of the 2014 Debut Writer Award of the Greek Section of IBBY.

Filippos Fotiadis studied Architecture and Fine Arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and illustrates children’s books.

Iphigenia Mastrogianni
Evanthia Kairi – The youngest teacher  

young reader | 9+
ISBN: 978‐960‐594‐083‐6 • Price: 09,50€  • 13x18 cm. • Pages: 120

The book | Evanthia Kairi, the main character of the story is the sister of the great philosopher and clergyman Theofilos Kairis. She was one of the most prominent female figures in Modern Greek History. At the age of thirteen she started studying ancient Greek, mathematics, French and Italian paving the way for other young women. At the age of fifteen she applied to women all over the world seeking support for the Greek Revolution. She also wrote the first play of modern Greece and acquired the title “The tenth great muse of the Greek Nation”.

This is the sixth book of the series “Short Stories about Historical Events”.

The author | Iphigenia Mastrogianni studied Greek language and literature at Athens University. She has had short stories and articles on educational subjects published
in newspapers and magazines. In 1997 her volume of collected poems entitled «The Temple of Summer» won the Ipektsi first prize, while her book for both children and adults, «The Tale with Forgotten Words» was included in the White Ravens list.Her novels for young people are distinguished by their high standard of writing, the wealth of messages they hold for the reader and their concern with social problems.

Filippos Fotiadis studied Architecture and Fine Arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design.
Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and illustrates children’s books.

Marianna Koumarianou   Yiannnoulis Halepas – A tale made of marble  

young reader | 9+
ISBN: 978-960-594-082-9 • Price: 09,50€  • 13x18 cm. • Pages: 104

The book | Yiannnoulis Halepas was a remarkable, world-renowned artist. The great Greek sculptor was born in 1851 on the Greek island of Tinos. From his early years he took to shaping white marble and it was on it that he carved his dreams and let his imagination craft wonders. During his lifetime he experienced beautiful moments of creativity, but also went through grueling trials brought on by mental health issues. This book retells his life as an inspiring fairytale about a passionate artist.

This book is part of the series Short Stories about Historical Events.

The author | Marianna Koumarianou was born in Cardiff, Whales (1980) and lives in Athens. She works as an educator and writes articles and book reviews in both printed and digital magazines. She is also a poet and a children’s storyteller, winner of the 2014 Debut Writer Award of the Greek Section of IBBY.

Filippos Fotiadis studied Architecture and Fine Arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and illustrates children’s books.

Maria Andrikopoulou   Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first governor, on the island of Aegina  

young reader | 9+
ISBN: 978-960-594-079-0 • Price: 10,00€  • 13x18 cm. • Pages: 10

The book | In January 1828 the people of Aegina, full of enthusiasm and hope, welcomed the first governor and great politician of Greece, Ioannis Kapodistrias. He remained there approximately for two years working tirelessly for the future of our Nation.

His immense efforts bore fruit and the misery of the people found refuge in his face. The narrative is in first person because the author wanted to make this story more vivid via the voice and thoughts of Kapodistrias.

The author | Maria Andrikopoulou was born in Athens and for many years has held administrative posts in tertiary education. She read classical literature at university and holds a postgraduate degree in cultural policy, administration and communications. She is a member of the Women’s Literary Society. She has had articles on ancient drama published in «Topos Epikoinos» the periodical of the Panteios University’s Centre for Drama and Spectacle. «Myths Set to Music» is her fiſt h book for children, joining «The Birthday Party» (2008), «The Little Blue Fish»(2008), «Paschali’s Easter» (2010) and «An Easter Love Story» (2010) already in circulation. Illustrated by Nicolas Andricopoulos Well-known and less familiar myths of ancient Greece meet up with music! In a book for children that approaches Greek mythology in a charming and humorous way, ten lovely and completely authentic myths are enhanced with a wealth of music, entertaining games and activities for young people. Woven into this string of fascinating myths as it unwinds, there is a precious unifying thread: music. Every narrative is rounded off with brief notes giving additional information about the mythical creatures, heroes and gods fashioned from the imagination and the rich traditions of the ancient Greeks. The book also contains a selective bibliography intended for parents and educators.

Filippos Fotiadis studied Architecture and Fine Arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design.
Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and illustrates children’s books.

Iphigenia Mastrogianni   The poet and the seal of freedom 

young reader | 9+
ISBN: 978-960-594-077-5 • Price: 9,50€  • 13x18 cm. • Pages: 112

The book | The book is referred to a great poet, Kostas Krystallis. The hero, Odysseus, is a boy of nowadays who discovers the seal of freedom through an oral story. This story is short but refers to the emotions of the poet and his dream to escape slavery and return to his birthplace.

“A literary book with high meanings that deals with the poet who praised freedom. Even though he died young, he left significant work for future generations.

The author | Iphigenia Mastrogianni studied Greek language and literature at Athens University. She has had short stories and articles on educational subjects published
in newspapers and magazines. In 1997 her volume of collected poems entitled «The Temple of Summer» won the Ipektsi first prize, while her book for both children and adults, «The Tale with Forgotten Words» was included in the White Ravens list.Her novels for young people are distinguished by their high standard of writing, the wealth of messages they hold for the reader and their concern with social problems.

Filippos Fotiadis studied Architecture and Fine Arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design.
Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and illustrates children’s books.

Melina Iliopoulou  An imaginary trip to London

young reader | 6+
ISBN: 978-960-594-073-7 • Price: 10,00€  • 13,5x19 cm. • Pages: 72

The book | The book titled An imaginary trip to London is a book of knowledge, a friendly guide or else a reading experience concerning one of the most popular destinations, London.
The writer motivates the young readers to open their wings along with their horizons in order to dream , imagine and expand their knowledge for the world.The illustrator puts the finishing touches in this beautiful and innovative book.

The author | Melina Iliopoulou completed her MBA at the University of London and teaches Sociology .At the same time, she works as a guide,after having travelled to many countries.

Filippos Fotiadis studied Architecture and Fine Arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design.
Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and illustrates children’s books.

Eleni Svoronou   Lord Byron and Lord Elgin

young reader | 9+
ISBN: 978-960-594-072-0 • Price: 9,50€  • 14x21 cm. • Pages: 128

The book | This intriguing story refers to the contradictory personalities of Lord Byron and Thomas Bruce, better known as the 7th Earl of Elgin. The former was one of the most aspiring British romantic poets in history who became an active figure in the Greek Independence movement in 1821. The latter was responsible for the grand larceny of the Parthenon marbles in 1806.

“Lord Byron and Lord Elgin” is the first book of the Short Stories about Historical Events. A collection of thought-provoking stories which encourage young adults to acquire valuable knowledge and develop their critical thinking.

The author | Eleni Svoronou is a well-known author of children's and youth literature. She has written a lot of books which have been awarded several times with important prizes such as the Circle of the Greek Children’s Book Award (IBBY) and the State Literary Award. In addition, one of her books has been included in the White Ravens’ 2016 list. She works for WWF Greece organizing educational programs about natural heritage and culture.

Filippos Fotiadis studied architecture and fine arts at the Rhode Island School of Design and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Along with architecture, he is engaged in painting and children’s book illustration.