The Early History Of Syria And Palestine

von Lewis Bayles Paton

348 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Early History of Syria and Palestine is a comprehensive book written by Lewis Bayles Paton that provides a detailed account of the ancient history of the region. The book covers the period from the earliest times up to the end of the Babylonian exile, focusing on the political, social, and cultural developments that shaped the region.The author begins by discussing the geography and climate of the region, highlighting the importance of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, and the Mediterranean Sea. He then delves into the early history of the region, discussing the various peoples who inhabited it, including the Canaanites, Hittites, and Assyrians.The book also covers the rise and fall of the various empires that controlled the region, including the Babylonian, Persian, and Greek empires. Paton provides a detailed account of the conquests of Alexander the Great and the subsequent Hellenization of the region.Throughout the book, the author also discusses the various religions and cultures that flourished in the region, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. He provides a detailed account of the development of these religions and their impact on the region.Overall, The Early History of Syria and Palestine is an informative and comprehensive book that provides a detailed account of the ancient history of the region. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Middle East.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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Amerikanische Geschichte
• ISBN: 9781432660611
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.06.2007
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC