The Corinthian Girl

Champion Athlete of Ancient Olympia

Christina Balit

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OTTER BARRY
07 July 2021

Children's & Educational; Picture storybooks; Sporting stories (Children's&YA); History & the past: general interest (Children's&YA)

The brilliantly illustrated tale of one girl's epic achievement, from slavehood to champion athlete in the great Herean Games of Ancient Greece, held in the Olympic Stadium

Set in Ancient Greece, this inspiring story tells of a slave girl who became champion in the

Heraean

Games (the girls' and women's version of the Olympic Games) in the great stadium at Olympia. Born in Corinth, abandoned as a baby, she becomes a nameless slave until her strength and skill are noticed by her owner, a famous athlete. Her spirit and courage take her to victory in the Games, to freedom and to fame. Christina Balit's superbly detailed illustrations add a whole extra dimension to her story of one girl's life in Ancient Greece.

By: Christina Balit
Imprint: OTTER BARRY
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 275mm, Width: 240mm,
ISBN: 9781913074722
ISBN 10: 1913074722
Pages: 40
Publication Date: 07 July 2021
Recommended Age: From 6 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Christina Balit studied at the Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College of Art. She has illustrated over 20 children's books and has twice been shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal.

Reviews for The Corinthian Girl: Champion Athlete of Ancient Olympia

A slave girl becomes an Olympic competitor in this thrilling story of one girl's achievement against the odds. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller * Christina Balit's painterly illustrations have a power of their own, capturing superbly the slave girl's spirit, determination and athleticism. Although the characters in her exciting, inspiring story are inventions, the details of place and time are accurate. * Red Reading Hub * A beautiful book from Otter-Barry Books with a wonderful story bringing to life an event held so long ago, and a girl who rose to fortune by her ability. The illustrations and text are brilliant and whatever age the reader, this will bring real interest and joy. * The Book Monitor * Though the story itself is wonderfully woven, it is perhaps the vivid and stunningly detailed illustrations which allow the reader to travel back in time to watch the first women compete in the Heraean Games. * My Shelves are Full * Christina Balit's wonderful illustrations chart the life of this 'unneeded' child from birth to glory, drawing attention to the women of ancient Greece. 'The Corinthian Girl' is perfect for developing empathy with others as well as exploring this fascinating period of history, offering many opportunities for writing in role, drama and research. * North Somerset Teachers' Book Award *