Are these two books classics?

Question

D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths, by Ingri and Edgar Parin D'Aulaire.

The Children's Homer: The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy, by Padraic Colum

Are these two books classics?

Answer 1

It's likely personal opinion whether they're classic or not. Both are on my bookshelves designated for the kids. In my opinion, they're wonderful classic stories for those under the age of 12.

Answer 2

Both stories are classics, but these two books listed seem to be modifed versions of the original novels.



But the two stories are classics.

Answer 3

The STORIES themselves are classics. The books, I haven't read, but as the stories have been republished in them, these can be considered classics.

Answer 4

Yes.