The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World   By: George Rawlinson (1812-1902)

The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World by George Rawlinson is a fascinating and comprehensive exploration of the ancient civilizations that once ruled the eastern world. Rawlinson's detailed and well-researched account of the monarchies of Egypt, Assyria, Babylonia, Media, Persia, Parthia, and Sassania provides readers with a rich understanding of the political, cultural, and social structures of these ancient societies.

Rawlinson's writing is engaging and informative, making this book accessible to both scholars and casual readers interested in ancient history. The inclusion of maps and illustrations enhances the text, helping readers visualize the locations and monuments of these ancient monarchies.

Overall, The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the ancient world. Rawlinson's expertly crafted narrative offers a deep dive into the complexities of these ancient civilizations, shedding light on their lasting impact on modern society.

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The history of Antiquity requires from time to time to be rewritten. Historical knowledge continually extends, in part from the advance of critical science, which teaches us little by little the true value of ancient authors, but also, and more especially, from the new discoveries which the enterprise of travellers and the patient toil of students are continually bringing to light, whereby the stock of our information as to the condition of the ancient world receives constant augmentation. The extremest scepticism cannot deny that recent researches in Mesopotamia and the adjacent countries have recovered a series of "monuments" belonging to very early times, capable of throwing considerable light on the Antiquities of the nations which produced them... Continue reading book >>