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History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 8 (of 12)

By G. (Gaston) Maspero

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness the dramatic clash of empires and the rise and fall of kings as ancient civilizations battle for dominance in a war-torn Near East.

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2005-12-16
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"History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 8 (of 12)" by G. Maspero, is a rich historical exploration that uncovers the intricate world of ancient Near Eastern civilizations around Sennacherib's rule. Journey back in time, where detailed accounts of powerful rulers, fierce battles, and clashing cultures reveal the sociopolitical tensions and military moves between Assyria, Babylon, Judah, and Egypt. The narrative captures the constant fight for power, focusing on rebellions, Sennacherib's military strengths, and the major events that greatly altered the course of history, also touching on the cultural exchanges and pivotal events like the foundation of Carthage, presenting a full picture of a complex era.

About the Author

Sir Gaston Camille Charles Maspero was a French Egyptologist and director general of excavations and antiquities for the Egyptian government. Widely regarded as the foremost Egyptologist of his generation, he began his career teaching Egyptian language in Paris becoming a professor at the Collège de France. In 1880, he led an archaeological mission to Egypt, which later became the Institut Français d'Archéologie Orientale.

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