HISTORY & THE PAST: GENERAL INTEREST (CHILDREN'S / TEENAGE). The Greeks get the credit for inventing democracy, philosophy...and the Olympic Games. But what was life like at home? Find out in this great guide to the Greek world ...and learn why one of Greece's greatest thinkers told people not to eat beans! The fun design attracts readers while a mixture of information and quirky facts keep children aged 9-11 reading. Ages 9+