The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Asian World by George Rawlinson
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"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.)
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| Author | Rawlinson, George, 1812-1902 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Widger, David, 1932-2021? |
| Title |
The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Asian World A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| 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 | May 18, 2009 |
| Last Update | Nov 11, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 400 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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