A First Greek Reading Book is a comprehensive collection of short stories, anecdotes, fables, mythology, and Grecian history compiled by William George Smith and originally published in 1869. The book is designed to introduce readers to the Greek language and culture, and includes a variety of texts suitable for beginners. The stories are written in simple Greek, with English translations provided for each passage. The book covers a range of topics, from the adventures of Greek gods and heroes to historical events and figures. The stories are accompanied by notes and vocabulary lists to aid in comprehension and language acquisition. Overall, A First Greek Reading Book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning the Greek language or gaining a better understanding of Greek culture and history.With A Short Introduction To Grecian Antiquities, Chronological And Other Tables.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.