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Presents the most tragic episodes in the history of Athens' decline: the trial and condemnation of Socrates.

One of the greatest works of philosophy, political theory, and literature ever produced, Plato's Republic has shaped Western thought for thousands of years and remains as relevant today as whe

"Behold! Human beings living in an underground den.

The dialogue begins with a playful discussion of erotic passion, then extends the theme to consider the nature of inspiration, love and knowledge.

When Buster Bear comes to live in the Green Forest, the amiable bully stirs up quite a commotion, for bears haven't lived in the forest for years.

Grandfather Frog is very old and very wise, and he knows all about the days when the world was young. When he is feeling just right, he dearly loves to tell about those long-ago days.

The Adventures of Jimmy Skunk is another in the long list children's books by the conservationist, Thornton W. Burgess.

The Adventures of Paddy Beaver is another in the long list of children's books by the conservationist, Thornton W. Burgess.

The Adventures of Reddy Fox is another in the series of children's stories by conservationist Thornton W. Burgess.

When Farmer Brown's boy starts setting traps for the woodland critters of Laughing Brook and Smiling Pool, Grandfather Frog has a scheme to save the animals.

The residents of Green Forest are puzzled by strange sounds, such as Sticky-toes the Tree Toad hearing his own voice coming from another tree, or Sammy Jay keeping everyone awake by calling "T