The Chronology of Ancient Nations (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162634661)

The Chronology of Ancient Nations is a book written by C. Edward Sachau that explores the timeline of ancient civilizations. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the chronological history of various ancient nations, including Egypt, Babylon, Persia, Greece, and Rome. The author delves into the political, social, and cultural aspects of each civilization, highlighting the significant events and achievements that shaped their development. The book also includes a detailed analysis of the ancient calendars and astronomical observations used by these civilizations to measure time. The Chronology of Ancient Nations is a valuable resource for historians, archaeologists, and anyone interested in the history of ancient civilizations.1879. A translation of the Arabic text of The Athar-Ul-Bakiya of Albiruni, which contains all of the technical and historical details of the various systems for the computation of time, invented and used by the Persians, Sogdians, Chorasmians, Jews, Syrians, Harranians, and Arabs, together with Greek traditions, it offers an equal interest to all those who study the antiquity and history of the Zoroastrian and Jewish, Christian and Muhammadan religions.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: C. Edward Sachau
ISBN-10: 1162634669
ISBN-13: 9781162634661
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 484
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.97d