The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Asian World by George Rawlinson

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Author Rawlinson, George, 1812-1902
Editor Widger, David, 1932-2021?
Title The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Asian World
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Summary "The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Asian World" by George Rawlinson is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book delves into the remarkable civilizations of ancient Asia, specifically focusing on the seven significant monarchies: Chaldaea, Assyria, Media, Babylon, Persia, Parthia, and the Sassanian Empire. The work seeks to illuminate their histories, cultures, and contributions to the development of civilization. In this comprehensive examination, Rawlinson systematically explores each monarchy, starting with their geographical settings and extending to their social structures, religion, language, arts, and sciences. He incorporates references to archaeological findings and historical texts to provide a detailed narrative of these ancient empires. Additionally, the book includes insights into the history of Phoenicia, emphasizing its influence and interactions with neighboring cultures. Overall, the study serves as an essential resource for understanding the complexities and legacies of these remarkable ancient societies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Subject History, Ancient
Subject Babylonia -- History
Subject Indexes
Subject Assyria -- History
Subject Parthia -- History
Subject Iran -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 28871
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 11, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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