Nebuchadnezzar (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169791589)

Nebuchadnezzar is a historical biography written by G. R. Tabouis that details the life and reign of Nebuchadnezzar II, the king of Babylon from 605 BC to 562 BC. The book provides an in-depth look at the political and cultural context of ancient Babylon, as well as the military campaigns and achievements of Nebuchadnezzar. Through a combination of historical research and literary analysis, Tabouis paints a vivid portrait of the king as a complex and multifaceted figure, exploring his religious beliefs, personal relationships, and legacy. The book also delves into the rich mythology and symbolism associated with Nebuchadnezzar, including his famous dream of a great statue and its interpretation. Overall, Nebuchadnezzar is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most important figures in ancient history.1931. The story of the Assyrian king who played a large role in the events of the Old Testament, in the clash of the three civilizations of the Egyptians, the Jews, and the Assyrians. Contents: Dash for the throne; Hand of Bel; Sword of the Lord; Embassy of Zedekiah; Ishtar; Sack of Jerusalem; Great New Year in Babylon; Lord of the World; Sun-god in Business; Madness of Nebuchadnezzar; His one defeat; Appendix: Notes; Bibliography.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: G. R. Tabouis, Gabriel Hanotaux
ISBN-10: 1169791581
ISBN-13: 9781169791589
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 448
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.91lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.00d