Storm-tossed seas, fierce battles, and a hero’s quest—told in language young adventurers can relish. First published in 1908, The Aeneid for Boys and Girls retells Virgil’s epic poem in clear, lively prose perfect for middle-grade readers. Classical scholar Alfred J. Church keeps the sweep of the original—Troy in flames, the love of Dido, the descent into the Underworld, the showdown in Latium—while trimming long speeches and weaving helpful explanations into every chapter. Children will journey beside Aeneas , the steadfast Trojan prince chosen by the gods to found Rome, as he: Braves wrathful seas stirred by jealous deities. - Faces Cyclopes, harpies, and blazing ships on Mediterranean shores. - Seeks wise counsel from his father’s shade deep in Hades. - Fights for a new homeland against rival warriors on the Italian plain. Along the way, young readers absorb timeless themes of duty, perseverance, loyalty, and destiny —core virtues of the Roman ideal—presented in language that fuels imagination without stumbling over archaic verse. Chapter-end notes (in illustrated editions) spotlight mythological figures and ancient customs, making the book a natural companion to history, Latin, or mythology studies. Perfect for: Homeschool and classical classrooms introducing Greco-Roman literature. - Family read-alouds that spark conversation about courage and choices. - Independent readers ages 9–14 who crave high-stakes adventure and legendary creatures. Whether your child dreams of heroism or simply loves a good story, this engaging adaptation opens the gates of epic poetry—inviting the next generation to steer sturdy ships, draw gleaming swords, and chase the star that points toward destiny.