The History Of Vartan, And Of The Battle Of The Armenians: Containing An Account Of The Religious Wars Between The Persians And Armenians (1830) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120035486)

The History of Vartan, and of the Battle of the Armenians is a book written by Elisaeus and published in 1830. The book provides a detailed account of the religious wars between the Persians and the Armenians, specifically focusing on the Battle of Avarayr in 451 AD. The book is named after Vartan Mamikonian, the Armenian military leader who led the Armenians against the invading Persian forces. The book provides a historical context for the conflict between the Persians and the Armenians, including the conversion of Armenia to Christianity and the subsequent tensions between the Christian Armenians and the Zoroastrian Persians. The book also details the events leading up to the Battle of Avarayr, including the Persian attempts to force the Armenians to renounce their Christian faith. The battle itself is described in great detail, including the strategies and tactics used by both sides. The book also provides a comprehensive list of the Armenian soldiers who fought in the battle and their respective roles. Overall, The History of Vartan, and of the Battle of the Armenians is an important historical text that sheds light on the religious and political tensions between the Persians and the Armenians in the early years of Christianity. It provides a vivid and detailed account of a pivotal moment in Armenian history and is a valuable resource for scholars and historians interested in the history of the region.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: Elisaeus
ISBN-10: 1120035481
ISBN-13: 9781120035486
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/26/2009
Pages: 140
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.73lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.30d