History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 4 (of 12) By: Gaston Maspero (1846-1916)
History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 4 (of 12) by Gaston Maspero offers a comprehensive and detailed account of the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria. Maspero's expertise in the field of archaeology and Egyptology is evident throughout the book, as he delves into the rich history, culture, and politics of each civilization. The author's meticulous research and thorough analysis of historical records and artifacts provide readers with a deeper understanding of the complex societies that thrived in the ancient Near East. From the rise of powerful empires and the construction of monumental structures to the religious beliefs and daily life of ordinary people, Maspero covers a wide range of topics with clarity and insight. While the book may be dense with information, Maspero's engaging writing style and vivid descriptions make it a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient history. Whether you are a scholar seeking to expand your knowledge or a casual reader curious about the mysteries of the past, History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 4 is a must-read for anyone with a passion for the ancient world. First Page: [Illustration: Spines] [Illustration: Cover] HISTORY OF EGYPT CHALDEA, SYRIA, BABYLONIA, AND ASSYRIA By G. MASPERO, Honorable Doctor of Civil Laws, and Fellow of Queen's College, Oxford; Member of the Institute and Professor at the College of France Edited by A. H. SAYCE, Professor of Assyriology, Oxford Translated by M. L. McCLURE, Member of the Committee of the Egypt Exploration Fund CONTAINING OVER TWELVE HUNDRED COLORED PLATES AND ILLUSTRATIONS Volume IV. LONDON THE GROLIER SOCIETY PUBLISHERS [Illustration: Frontispiece] [Illustration: Titlepage] THE FIRST CHALDEAN EMPIRE AND THE HYKSÔS IN EGYPT SYRIA: THE PART PLAYED BY IT IN THE HISTORY OF THE ANCIENT WORLD BABYLON AND THE FIRST CHALDÆAN EMPIRE THE DOMINION OF THE HYKSÔS: ÂHMOSIS. Syria, owing to its geographical position, condemned to be subject to neighbouring powers Lebanon, Anti Lebanon, the valley of the Orontes and of the Litâny, and surrounding regions: the northern table land, the country about Damascus, the Mediterranean coast, the Jordan and the Dead Sea Civilization and primitive inhabitants, Semites and Asiatics: the almost entire absence of Egyptian influence, the predominance of that of Chaldæa. Babylon, its ruins and its environs It extends its rule over Mesopotamia; its earliest dynasty and its struggle with Central Chaldæa Elam, its geographical position, its peoples; Kutur Nakhunta conquers Larsam Bimsin (Eri Aku); Khammurabi founds the first Babylonian empire; Ids victories, his buildings, his canals The Elamites in Syria: Kudurlagamar Syria recognizes the authority of Hammurabi and his successors... Continue reading book >>

History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 4 (of 12) By: Gaston Maspero (1846-1916)

History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 4 (of 12) by Gaston Maspero offers a comprehensive and detailed account of the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria. Maspero's expertise in the field of archaeology and Egyptology is evident throughout the book, as he delves into the rich history, culture, and politics of each civilization.

The author's meticulous research and thorough analysis of historical records and artifacts provide readers with a deeper understanding of the complex societies that thrived in the ancient Near East. From the rise of powerful empires and the construction of monumental structures to the religious beliefs and daily life of ordinary people, Maspero covers a wide range of topics with clarity and insight.

While the book may be dense with information, Maspero's engaging writing style and vivid descriptions make it a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient history. Whether you are a scholar seeking to expand your knowledge or a casual reader curious about the mysteries of the past, History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 4 is a must-read for anyone with a passion for the ancient world.

First Page:

[Illustration: Spines]

[Illustration: Cover]

HISTORY OF EGYPT CHALDEA, SYRIA, BABYLONIA, AND ASSYRIA

By G. MASPERO, Honorable Doctor of Civil Laws, and Fellow of Queen's College, Oxford; Member of the Institute and Professor at the College of France

Edited by A. H. SAYCE, Professor of Assyriology, Oxford

Translated by M. L. McCLURE, Member of the Committee of the Egypt Exploration Fund

CONTAINING OVER TWELVE HUNDRED COLORED PLATES AND ILLUSTRATIONS

Volume IV.

LONDON

THE GROLIER SOCIETY

PUBLISHERS

[Illustration: Frontispiece]

[Illustration: Titlepage]

THE FIRST CHALDEAN EMPIRE AND THE HYKSÔS IN EGYPT

SYRIA: THE PART PLAYED BY IT IN THE HISTORY OF THE ANCIENT WORLD BABYLON AND THE FIRST CHALDÆAN EMPIRE THE DOMINION OF THE HYKSÔS: ÂHMOSIS.

Syria, owing to its geographical position, condemned to be subject to neighbouring powers Lebanon, Anti Lebanon, the valley of the Orontes and of the Litâny, and surrounding regions: the northern table land, the country about Damascus, the Mediterranean coast, the Jordan and the Dead Sea Civilization and primitive inhabitants, Semites and Asiatics: the almost entire absence of Egyptian influence, the predominance of that of Chaldæa.

Babylon, its ruins and its environs It extends its rule over Mesopotamia; its earliest dynasty and its struggle with Central Chaldæa Elam, its geographical position, its peoples; Kutur Nakhunta conquers Larsam Bimsin (Eri Aku); Khammurabi founds the first Babylonian empire; Ids victories, his buildings, his canals The Elamites in Syria: Kudurlagamar Syria recognizes the authority of Hammurabi and his successors... Continue reading book >>

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