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OCR Anthology for Classical Greek GCSE

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This OCR endorsed anthology from Bloomsbury is the definitive collection for Classical Greek GCSE candidates, covering set text prescriptions examined from 2018 to 2024. It features key extracts from Homer, Herodotus, Euripides, Plato, Plutarch, and Lucian, presenting selected passages alongside comprehensive commentary notes. The volume begins with an introduction to ancient Greek history and culture, providing essential context and guidance for translation. Additional resources include vocabulary lists, study questions, glossaries, timelines, a map, and a companion website to support exam preparation.
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Ideal for Classical Greek GCSE students, teachers, and those seeking a structured, authoritative resource for studying prescribed ancient Greek texts with extensive support materials.

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This is the OCR endorsed publication from Bloomsbury for the Greek GCSE set text prescriptions examined from 2018 to 2024.

The texts covered are:

Homer
Odyssey 6:48–159
Iliad 3:1–112
Odyssey 7:184–297

Herodotus
Histories 1.30–4, 86–7 and 6.125 (Solon & Croesus; How Alcmaeon Was Enriched by Croesus)
Histories 3.17–25, 38 (The Ethiopians; The Power of Custom)
Histories 2.2, 69–70, 129–33, 31–2 (Psammetichus; Crocodiles; Mycerinus; Pygmies)

Euripides
Alcestis 280–393
Electra 215–331
Bacchae 434–508, 800–38

Plato
Phaedo 59c–60a, 115b–d, 116b–d, 117c–18a

Plutarch
A Spartan Childhood

Lucian
Anacharsis and Athletics
The Isle of the Blest

The volume starts with an introduction to ancient Greek history and culture, which will set in context the passages for the exams and give guidance on how to translate ancient Greek. The prescribed texts are set out in clear passages facing commentary notes, with further information on GCSE vocabulary and key terms as well as study questions. The full GCSE vocabulary is provided at the back of the book and a timeline, Who's Who, glossaries, and map combine to give students a focused preparation for their exams. The book is supported by a companion website of further resources.

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The anthology is praised for its wide selection of mostly unadapted Greek readings, thorough vocabulary glossing, and clear presentation including helpful illustrations and notes. Introductory materials like tips for translation and detailed timelines enhance usability, making it a rich and stimulating resource. The high production quality and generous framing of texts spanning a millennium of Greek culture mark it as an excellent complement for advanced GCSE studies. New England Classical Journal recognises it as a beautifully produced and valuable educational aid.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474265485

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 August 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Illustration: 10 bw illus

Contributors:

  • Edited by Judith Affleck
  • Edited by Clive Letchford

Audience: Primary and secondary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 242.0mm

Weight: 480g

Pages: 272

Collections

Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Non-Fiction

About the Author

Judith Affleck is Head of Classics at King Edward VI School, Stratford-upon-Avon, UK.

Clive Letchford is Teaching Fellow in the Department of Classics and Ancient History, University of Warwick, UK.

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