The Greatest Empires & Civilizations of the Ancient East

Enriched edition. Egypt, Babylon, The Kings of Israel and Judah, Assyria, Media, Chaldea, Persia, Parthia…By George Rawlinson

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In his seminal work, 'The Greatest Empires & Civilizations of the Ancient East,' George Rawlinson delves into the rich and complex history of ancient civilizations in the Middle East. Through detailed analysis and captivating storytelling, Rawlinson explores the rise and fall of empires such as Babylon, Assyria, Persia, and Egypt, providing readers with a thorough understanding of their political structures, cultural achievements, and lasting legacies. Written in a clear and engaging style, the book offers valuable insights into the interconnectedness of these ancient societies and their enduring impact on modern civilization. Rawlinson's meticulous research and reverence for the subject matter make this book a must-read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. As a respected historian and scholar of the ancient Near East, Rawlinson's expertise shines through in 'The Greatest Empires & Civilizations of the Ancient East,' making it an essential addition to any library on ancient history and world civilizations. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions. - A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation. - A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists. - A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths. - Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts. - Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.

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1The Greatest Empires & Civilizations of the Ancient East

2Introduction

3Historical Context

4Synopsis (Selection)

5Egypt

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6I. The Land of Egypt.

7II. The People of Egypt.

8III. The Dawn of History.

9IV. The Pyramid Builders.

10V. The Rise of Thebes to Power, and the Early Theban Kings.

11VI. The Good Amenemhat and His Works.

12VII. Abraham in Egypt.

13VIII. The Great Invasion—The Hyksôs or Shepherd Kings—Joseph and Apepi.

14IX. How the Hyksôs were Expelled from Egypt.

15X. Thothmes I., The First Great Egyptian Conqueror.

16XI. Queen Hatasu and Her Merchant Fleet.

17XII. Thothmes the Third and Amenhotep the Second.

18XIII. Amenhotep III. And His Great Works—The Vocal Memnon.

19XIV. Khuenaten and the Disk-Worshippers.

20XV. Beginning of the Decline of Egypt.

21XVI. Menephthah I., The Pharaoh of the Exodus.

22XVII. The Decline of Egypt Under the Later Ramessides.

23XVIII. The Priest-Kings—Pinetem and Solomon.

24XIX. Shishak and His Dynasty.

25XX. The Land Shadowing With Wings—Egypt Under the Ethiopians

26XXI. The Fight Over the Carcase—Ethiopia v. Assyria.

27XXII. The Corpse Comes to Life Again—Psamatik I. and His Son Neco.

28XXIII. The Later Saïte Kings.—Psamatik II., Apries, and Amasis.

29XXIV. The Persian Conquest.

30XXV. Three Desperate Revolts.

31XXVI. A Last Gleam of Sunshine—Nectanebo I.

32XXVII. The Light Goes Out in Darkness.

33Phoenicia

34Preface

35Chapter II—Climate and Productions

36Chapter IV—The Cities

37Chapter V—The Colonies

38Chapter VI—Architecture

39Chapter VII—Æsthetic Art

40Chapter VIII—Industrial Art and Manufactures

41Chapter IX—Ships, Navigation, and Commerce

42Chapter X—Mining

43Chapter XII—Dress, Ornaments, and Social Habits

44Chapter XIII—Phoenician Writing, Language, and Literature

45Chapter XIV—Political History

465. Phoenicia under the Persians (B.C. 528-333)

478. Phoenicia under the Romans (B.C. 65-A.D. 650) (pt. 1)

488. Phoenicia under the Romans (B.C. 65-A.D. 650) (pt. 2)

49Chaldea

50Chapter I. General View of the Country

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