Ruins of Ancient Cities (Vol. 1 of 2) by Charles Bucke
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About this eBook
| Author | Bucke, Charles, 1781-1846 |
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| Title |
Ruins of Ancient Cities (Vol. 1 of 2) With General and Particular Accounts of Their Rise, Fall, and Present Condition |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Adrian Mastronardi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Summary | "Ruins of Ancient Cities" by Charles Bucke is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work presents a detailed exploration of various ancient cities, examining their rise, fall, and current state, inviting readers to reflect on the transitory nature of human endeavors and civilizations. The opening of the text outlines the author’s intent and methodology, presenting an acknowledgment of his approach as a compiler rather than an original author. Bucke expresses his commitment to providing an engaging and informative narrative about ancient cities, emphasizing a selection of historical materials from reputable sources. He introduces Abydos as the first city discussed, recounting its historical significance and the tragic siege it faced, highlighting themes of bravery, desperation, and the ruins left behind as a testament to the past. This initial focus sets the tone for a broader examination of various cities that once thrived and are now in decay, reflecting on the impermanence of human achievement. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CB: History: History of civilization |
| Subject | Cities and towns, Ancient |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40860 |
| Release Date | Sep 25, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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