The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 6: Parthia / The History, Geography, And Antiquities Of Chaldaea, Assyria, Babylon, Media, Persia, Parthia, And Sassanian or New Persian Empire; With Maps and Illustrations.

Name: The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 6: Parthia / The History, Geography, And Antiquities Of Chaldaea, Assyria, Babylon, Media, Persia, Parthia, And Sassanian or New Persian Empire; With Maps and Illustrations.
Author: George Rawlinson

By George Rawlinson

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A comprehensive historical and topographical study of the Parthian realm begins with detailed descriptions of terrain, climate, and settlement patterns, then follows the region’s emergence amid the breakup of Hellenistic authority into an independent monarchy. It surveys rebellions in the eastern provinces, military conflicts with successor states, and the processes by which Parthian power was consolidated. Political institutions, social and economic life, artistic and material culture, and numismatic and archaeological evidence are analysed to reconstruct chronology and administration. Maps, illustrations, and a critical appraisal of ancient sources accompany discussions of contested origins and the kingdom’s territorial expansion.

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George Rawlinson

George Rawlinson was a prominent 19th-century British historian and scholar, best known for his extensive works on ancient civilizations. His notable contributions include 'Ancient Egypt' and the multi-volume series 'The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World,' which explores the history, geography, and antiquities of significant ancient empires such as Chaldaea, Assyria, and Persia. Rawlinson's scholarship is characterized by meticulous research and a keen interest in the cultural and historical contexts of the ancient world, making his works valuable resources for understanding early civilizations.