num_pages: 237
description: 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.
language: English
title: Theras and His Town
titlecomplete: Theras and His Town
genres: Fiction, Ancient, Young Adult, Read For School, Childrens, Historical, Ancient History, Historical Fiction, Middle Grade, School
ratings_count: 678
places: Sparta, Greece
publisher: American Home-School Publishing