Illustrated history of ancient literature, oriental and classical

"Illustrated History of Ancient Literature, Oriental and Classical" by John D. Quackenbos, written in the 1800s, presents a wide view of old writings from different cultures such as Greek, Roman, and texts from the East. The story teaches about how literature changed, calling attention to how important it is to read old writings to understand the thinking and cultural growth of old civilizations. It starts by showing literature as a sign of civilization and an important way to understand the human mind. It mentions how studying literature is new and how modern learners should connect with the writings of old cultures. The chapters cover old Eastern writings and the famous works of Greece and Rome, and features both historical background and samples from well-known writers of those times, crafted to be readable for older students.