Books like Hour of the Olympics by Mary Pope Osborne
Jack and Annie, the adventurous siblings of Mary Pope Osborne’s Magic Tree House series, find themselves transported to ancient Greece on a quest to retrieve a lost story. While exploring the ruins, they observe the original Olympic Games in all their historical splendor. Their journey also reveals the strict societal expectations placed on women at the time, offering a sharp contrast to modern freedoms. The book blends history, time travel, and fantasy, characteristic of the young‑adult series that has earned New York Times bestseller status.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Mary Pope Osborne
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