Publisher's Synopsis
The Five Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World Volume 1 is a comprehensive historical and geographical account of some of the most powerful empires of the ancient world. Written by George Rawlinson, the book covers the history, geography, and antiquities of Chaldea, Assyria, Babylon, Media, and Persia.The book begins by discussing the geography of the region, including its rivers, mountains, and deserts. It then delves into the history of these empires, starting with Chaldea and moving on to Assyria, Babylon, Media, and Persia. Rawlinson provides detailed accounts of the rulers, wars, and cultural achievements of each empire, as well as their interactions with one another.Throughout the book, Rawlinson draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, inscriptions, and archaeological discoveries. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the ancient world.Overall, The Five Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World Volume 1 is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in ancient history, geography, or archaeology.In Three VolumesThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
