
FOREWORD: TO BOYS AND GIRLS
MYCENÆ
Pictures of Mycenæ
MYCENAE
HOW A LOST CITY WAS FOUND
PICTURES OF MYCENAE
THE CIRCLE OF ROYAL TOMBS.
DR. AND MRS. SCHLIEMANN AT WORK.
THE GATE OF LIONS.
INSIDE THE TREASURY OF ATREUS.
Imagine the thrill of stumbling upon a buried world where stone towers loom like the work of giants and centuries‑old ovens still whisper of daily life long vanished. The opening frames archaeology as a treasure hunt, letting readers feel the excitement of uncovering skulls, arrowheads, and glittering masks hidden beneath ordinary hills. It invites curious boys and girls to picture themselves with spade in hand, peering into dark doorways that lead to secret chambers of gold and myth. The tone blends factual wonder with the romance of legends, making the past feel just a dig away.
From that first glimpse of Mycenae’s crumbling walls, the narrative follows a small group of explorers as they trace the outline of an ancient citadel. Their guide points to massive limestone blocks, lion‑guarded gates, and a hidden dome that once baked bread for a bustling city. Along the way, vivid descriptions of golden masks, bronze helmets, and carved ivory bring the long‑lost palace to life. Listeners are offered a front‑row seat to the early stages of a real archaeological adventure, sparking imagination about the people who built and lived within those mighty stones.
Language
en
Duration
~27 minutes (26K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, David Widger and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Release date
2004-08-10
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1875–1921
Best known for bringing history and legend to life for young readers, this early 20th-century American writer turned subjects like Vikings, ancient Greece, and buried cities into vivid, approachable stories. Her books have had a long afterlife, especially in classrooms and public-domain editions.
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