Ancient History Of Egypt, Assyria And Babylonia (1862) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436777254)

The book ""Ancient History of Egypt, Assyria and Babylonia"" by Elizabeth Missing Sewell, published in 1862, is a comprehensive account of the history of these ancient civilizations. The author provides a detailed overview of the political, social, and cultural developments of these civilizations, from their earliest origins to their eventual decline and fall.The book begins with a discussion of the geography and climate of the region, followed by an examination of the earliest historical records and archaeological evidence of human settlement in Egypt, Assyria, and Babylonia. The author then provides a chronological account of the major political events, rulers, and dynasties of each civilization, including the rise and fall of powerful empires such as the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms of Egypt, the Assyrian Empire, and the Babylonian Empire.Throughout the book, Sewell also explores the religious beliefs, cultural practices, and artistic achievements of these civilizations, including their architecture, literature, and art. She discusses the development of writing systems, the construction of monumental structures such as pyramids and ziggurats, and the creation of epic poems and other literary works.The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in the history of these ancient civilizations. Overall, ""Ancient History of Egypt, Assyria and Babylonia"" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the rich and complex history of these ancient cultures.This 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.

Author: Elizabeth Missing Sewell
ISBN-10: 1436777259
ISBN-13: 9781436777254
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 436
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.89d