Choices for those needing Oxford First Ancient History

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  • June 27, 2011 at 2:27 pm
    pamelotta
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    This morning, I called the customer service number listed on their website. They had no record of my order, just that my name was in their system. I promptly wrote an email notifying them of the glitch and suggesting they do something about it. 

    Oh well, my search continues…

    June 27, 2011 at 3:04 pm
    mom2fourboys
    Participant

    I am so sorry that happened to you too.  After they informed me that my order was void, I asked them to simply remove the “add to cart” option so other people aren’t fooled into thinking they purchased a book that would never come. The lady stated that she would report it to the appropriate department. Unfortunately, nothing has been done to fix the error and this continues to happen. However, I am glad that you called to find out so that you weren’t waiting for a book that would never come. I hope that you find one soon.

    Tammy

    June 27, 2011 at 3:33 pm
    pamelotta
    Member

    Thanks, Tammy. I did the exact same thing. I suggested they remove the ‘add to cart’ option and they assured me they would pass that on. I just hate that more people will probably do the same thing. I even looked for a way to leave a customer review so i could warn people not to order, but they only have solicited reviews listed.

    June 27, 2011 at 11:01 pm
    heatherma
    Participant

    Ok ladies.  I am hoping for some info here.  I am finalizing my son’s 1st gr yr, book list, etc. and we will be using Module 1. And have been unable to find this book, or the first section of it for anything close to reasonable.

    1st Q.  Can I just use the other read alouds, and simply omit Oxford Ancient History?

    and: Are there other great books that would be age appropriate that talk about the cultures, farming, etc. for Egypt and any Biblical cultures that need to be read about? Considering using the Archealogy book that was just posted about along with map study for  any Bible places listed in the mod 1 handbook.

    I really really want to start with Mod 1 this year, and simply follow SCM curriculum guide pretty closely. Takes a lot of thinking work out for me!  I hope something will come up that could work in its place for now. Thanks!

    June 28, 2011 at 2:44 am
    Sonya Shafer
    Moderator

    Just wanted to let everyone know that we’re encouraged that we have heard back from Oxford, but we’re still waiting for further details.

    heatherma, this previous discussion might help.

    June 28, 2011 at 5:06 am
    heatherma
    Participant

    Thank you for the reply, I hadn’t seen this post thru all my searching.  I think I will just find some children’s books at the local library on each topic, and edit the content as I go along and not sweat over this one thing anymore. Thank you.

    July 11, 2011 at 3:50 pm
    pamelotta
    Member

    Anyone know anything about Story of the World Vol 1? I’m thinking I’ll just get something to replace the Oxford book and then when I move on to module 2 and 3, maybe OFAH will be available either here or online somewhere. 

    July 11, 2011 at 4:27 pm
    Janell
    Participant

    The Oxford book is a three-book volume. I purchased each book from online used book vendors. With shipping, I believe it cost me $25 combining the three orders. The Oxford includes:

    On the Threshold of History ISBN 0 19 917100 9

    The Greeks ISBN 0 19 917161 0

    The Romans ISBN 0 19 917162 9

    Janell

    July 11, 2011 at 11:22 pm
    PioneerHomeschoolGrandma
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    I tried to get the 3 vol. in one book that it showed at Oxford Univ. showing that they had it available. The transaction went through for 25.00 and said that they would bill my cc for the amount. Now they are saying that it is OOPrint and not available. I have to find out if it was charged or not. I’m glad I have the smaller Egypt one. I got it for 9.00 with shipping and it is like new and I just got it in the past month..so they are possible to find. I tried to find the Greek and Roman one but was having a hard time on those.

    Cyndi

    July 11, 2011 at 11:50 pm
    PioneerHomeschoolGrandma
    Participant

    Okay…I think I have the wrong one? I have Oxford Children’s History of the World   The Ancient World by Neil Grant and not the OOP one by Roy Burell. Are they  the same? I just ordered the Romans and Greek ones for 18.00 including shipping.

    Is there an ISBN# of the Ancient World one that I need?

    Thanks

    Cyndi

    July 12, 2011 at 1:57 am
    Mandi
    Participant

    I just found The Early Days of Man by Roy Burell.  Does anyone know if this is the portion of the book that will meet requirements for Module 1? 

    July 12, 2011 at 2:39 am
    Janell
    Participant

    Because I posted earlier, I did a search for the books today. The first volume, On the threshold,was nowhere to be found for a decent price. The Oxford Ancients book is by Burrell ISBN 0 19 521373 4. While I like this book, On the Threshold of History, there may be some good books about Egypt at your library. The other early civilizations will also be covered using the Bible. We have The Victor Journey through the Bible, The New Manners and Customs of Bible Times by Ralph Gower, Unwrapping the Pharaohs, and a 1967 volume called Illustrated Family Encyclopedia of the Living Bible Volume 1 Genesis.

    http://www.christianbook.com/david-cook-journey-through-the-bible/v-beers/9781564764805/pd/63480?item_code=WW&netp_id=182667&event=ESRCQ&view=details

    http://www.christianbook.com/unwrapping-egyptian-archaeology-confirms-biblical-timeline/john-ashton/9780890514689/pd/514682?product_redirect=1&Ntt=514682&item_code=&Ntk=keywords&event=ESRCP

    http://www.christianbook.com/manners-customs-bible-times-revised-updated/ralph-gower/9780802459657/pd/5965X?item_code=WW&netp_id=385850&event=ESRCQ&view=details

    http://www.amazon.com/Illustrated-Family-Encyclopedia-Living-Bible/dp/B000E2ZAX6/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1310436182&sr=8-6

    The Guerber books edited by Christine Miller are narrative in style. http://www.nothingnewpress.com/guerber.shtml

    Yesterday’s Classics also have nice narrative history books: Peep At many lands: ancient Egypt; Streams of History: early civilizations; tales and customs of the Hebrews. http://www.yesterdaysclassics.com/catalog/displaycatalog.php?catalog=history

    I liked the offering of books at Yesterday’s Classics, so I purchased the entire collection as ebooks for kindle for $99.

    I am sorry I could not recommend a more economical book…at least these are accessible. I wrote this from an iPad…I hope the links work.

    July 12, 2011 at 2:54 am
    Janell
    Participant

    I just checked out the early days of man. While On the Threshold of history does contain prehistoric info, early civilizations from Sumer and Egypt are the main subject. The Early Days of Man seems to have a prehistoric focus. I don’t think it is the same, but this is just from reading the book description. The price is right though.

    Janell

    July 12, 2011 at 6:31 am
    PioneerHomeschoolGrandma
    Participant

    I loved yesterday’s classics! Thank you so much. I see that many are just using what they have.

    The Module just uses discussion questions that go with Burrell book??

    Something to think about.

    I will check into C.Miller’s book. I use to have Victors book and didn’t like it that well for us.

    Thanks

    Cyndi

    July 12, 2011 at 5:05 pm
    pamelotta
    Member

    Believe me, I have been looking diligently. Every morning when I get on the computer the first thing I do is a search to see if any of the Oxford books are available. Nothing yet. 

    I still would like to know if anyone knows anything about Story of the World. I will probably end up using other resources, but I’m not going to entertain that until I get closer to my school start date. I’m weird like that. Last year I ended up fizzling out on homeschool after Christmas break because I didn’t have enough structure to keep me on track. This year, I’m wanting to stick to structure like a life preserver. I’m sure I’ll find a balance somewhere along the way. 😉

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