Atlas Of Ancient History (1913)

By William Robert Shepherd

Book Overview

The Atlas of Ancient History, written by William Robert Shepherd and published in 1913, is a comprehensive guide to the history of ancient civilizations. The book includes detailed maps and illustrations that depict the political, cultural, and economic developments of various ancient empires, from the earliest civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt to the rise of Greece and Rome.The atlas is divided into several sections, each covering a different period in ancient history. The first section covers the prehistoric period, including the development of agriculture and the rise of early civilizations in the Near East. The following sections cover the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome, as well as the empires of Persia, India, and China.Each section includes detailed maps and illustrations that depict the political and cultural developments of each civilization. The maps show the extent of each empire, as well as the major cities, trade routes, and important landmarks. The illustrations include depictions of ancient architecture, art, and cultural practices.Throughout the book, Shepherd provides insightful commentary on the historical events and cultural practices of each civilization. He also includes a detailed bibliography for further reading and research.Overall, the Atlas of Ancient History is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient civilizations. Its detailed maps and illustrations, combined with Shepherd's insightful commentary, make it an essential guide for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of ancient history.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166566072
• ISBN13: 9781166566074
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"