Dorothy Mills

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Dorothy Mills

Best known for clear, approachable books on ancient history, this educator wrote for young readers without talking down to them. Her work helped generations discover Greece, Rome, and the wider ancient world in a lively, readable way.

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The book of the ancient Greeks An introduction to the history and civilization of Greece from the coming of the Greeks to the conquest of Corinth by Rome in 146 B.C.

The book of the ancient Greeks An introduction to the history and civilization of Greece from the coming of the Greeks to the conquest of Corinth by Rome in 146 B.C.

by Dorothy Mills

About the author

Dorothy Mills was an educator and history writer whose books introduced young readers to the ancient world in an engaging, straightforward style. Available records identify her as Agnes Dorothy Mills, born in 1879 and died in 1966.

She studied at the University of St Andrews and at Columbia University, and she taught history at the Brearley School in New York City, where she also served as chair of the history department. That classroom experience shows in her writing: her books are organized clearly, explain big ideas simply, and keep the focus on people, places, and daily life as much as on dates.

Her best-known works include The Book of the Ancient Greeks, The Book of the Ancient Romans, and The Book of the Ancient World. These titles have stayed in circulation for decades because they make complex history feel welcoming, especially for younger readers and anyone looking for an easy, enjoyable introduction.