Description: Embark on a captivating exploration of human history, from the rudimentary tools of the Stone Age to the grandeur of ancient civilizations. This book delves into the lives of early humans, tracing their gradual mastery over their environment and the development of increasingly sophisticated tools and skills. It unveils the mysteries of ancient Egypt, its towering pyramids, and the intricacies of its society, art, and religion. The narrative then journeys to the vibrant cultures of Western Asia, exploring the rise and fall of powerful empires like Babylonia, Assyria, and Persia. The book delves into the fascinating world of the Greeks, their conquest of the Aegean, their groundbreaking contributions to philosophy, art, and literature, and their epic clashes with the mighty Persian Empire. The story continues with the rise of the Roman Republic, its expansion across the Mediterranean, and its eventual transformation into a vast empire. Throughout this sweeping historical journey, the book emphasizes the interconnectedness of civilizations, highlighting how each era builds upon the achievements of its predecessors. By illuminating the triumphs and challenges of these ancient societies, this book offers invaluable insights into the very foundations of our modern world. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Number of Pages: 868
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Book Title: Ancient Times, a History of the Early World : An Introduction to the Study of Ancient History and the Career of Early Man (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Year: 2017
Topic: Ancient / General
Item Height: 1.7 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: History
Item Weight: 40.2 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: James Henry Breasted
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
