
The Essential Works of George Rawlinson
Enriched edition. Egypt, The Kings of Israel and Judah, Phoenicia, Parthia, Chaldea, Assyria, Media, Babylon, Persia…By George RawlinsonLength145h 31m
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The Essential Works of George Rawlinson is a collection of essays and historical writings that delve into various aspects of ancient civilizations, with a particular focus on ancient Mesopotamia and Persia. Rawlinson's literary style is rich in detail and meticulously researched, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the cultures and histories he explores. His work is deeply rooted in the historical context of the 19th century, reflecting the fascination with ancient civilizations during his time. The book offers valuable insights into the political, social, and cultural landscapes of the ancient world, making it a must-read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. George Rawlinson, a renowned historian and scholar, drew upon his extensive knowledge of ancient civilizations to produce this collection of essential works. His background in classics and history equipped him with the expertise necessary to analyze and interpret the historical sources he references. Rawlinson's dedication to scholarship is evident in the meticulous research and thoughtful analysis present throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history. I highly recommend The Essential Works of George Rawlinson to readers who are seeking a comprehensive exploration of ancient civilizations and the historical context in which they existed.
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.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length145 hrs 31 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 2, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Essential Works of George Rawlinson
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