Phoenicia (1889) - George Rawlinson - Bog

Phoenicia is a historical book written by George Rawlinson in 1889. The book explores the ancient civilization of Phoenicia, which was located in the eastern Mediterranean region. Rawlinson delves into the history, culture, religion, and politics of the Phoenician people, from their origins in the Bronze Age to their decline in the Hellenistic period.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Phoenician alphabet, their trade networks, their relationship with neighboring civilizations, and their contributions to art and architecture. Rawlinson also discusses the role of the Phoenicians in the development of the Mediterranean world, including their involvement in the founding of Carthage and their influence on the Greek city-states.Throughout the book, Rawlinson draws on a variety of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological evidence, and historical accounts from other civilizations. He provides a comprehensive overview of the Phoenician civilization, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history or the Mediterranean world.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.