The Passing of the Empires 850 BC to 330 BC - Gaston Maspero - Bog

The Passing of the Empires 850 BC to 330 BC is a historical book written by Gaston Maspero. The book covers the period from 850 BC to 330 BC, a time when several empires rose and fell. Maspero provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural changes that occurred during this period. The book covers the fall of the Assyrian Empire, the rise of the Persian Empire, and the conquests of Alexander the Great. Maspero also discusses the impact of these empires on the people who lived under their rule. He provides insights into the religious beliefs, customs, and traditions of the ancient civilizations of the Middle East. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history and the evolution of human civilization. It is written in an engaging style and is accessible to both scholars and general readers.1900. This book represents the third volume Professor Maspero penned on the history of the ancient East. Contents: Assyrian Revival and the Struggle for Syria; Tiglath-Pileser III and the Organization of the Assyrian Empire From 745 to 722 BC; Sargon of Assyria and Sennacherib (722-681 BC); Power of Assyria at Its Zenith, Esarhaddon and Assur-Bani-Pal; Medes and the Second Chaldean Empire; Iranian Conquest; Last Days of the Old Eastern World. With maps and numerous illustrations.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.