Recherches nouvelles sur l'histoire ancienne, tome II by C.-F. Volney
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| Author | Volney, C.-F. (Constantin-François), 1757-1820 |
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| Title | Recherches nouvelles sur l'histoire ancienne, tome II |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Tome 6 des Œuvres de C.-F. Volney |
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| Summary | "Recherches nouvelles sur l'histoire ancienne, tome II" by C.-F. Volney is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work delves into the chronology of important figures in ancient history, especially focusing on Zoroaster and the historical contexts surrounding his life and influence. Volney explores the discrepancies between ancient texts and modern interpretations, aiming to clarify the origins and historical background of significant religious and cultural developments. The opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth examination of Zoroaster’s life and the varying accounts of his timeline. It begins by discussing the uncertainty and debates among historians regarding Zoroaster's existence, his chronological placement, and the implications of his teachings. The author points out the lack of clarity surrounding Zoroaster’s period, showing that even prominent scholars like Pliny were reluctant to commit to firm dates, highlighting historical challenges and the impact of later interpretations on our understanding of ancient figures. Volney plans to analyze these contradictions and seek clarity through critical examination of sources and their historical value, setting a tone for a rigorous investigation into ancient history's complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | History, Ancient |
| Subject | Bible -- History of Biblical events |
| Subject | Middle East -- History -- To 622 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47623 |
| Release Date | Dec 10, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 57 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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