

Enter the age of vast empires, legendary battles, and imperial ambition in this classic account of one of antiquity's most powerful rulers. In History of Xerxes the Great, renowned nineteenth-century historian Jacob Abbott recounts the dramatic life and reign of...

Jacob Abbott (November 14, 1803 - October 31, 1879) was an American writer of children's books.On November 14, 1803, Abbott was born in Hallowell, Maine. Abbott's father was Jacob Abbott and his mother was Betsey Abbott. Abbott attended the Hallowell Academy. EducationAbbott...



Jacob Abbott was a well-known 19th century historian who wrote biographies on various leaders and famous individuals, including this one about the Persian emperor Xerxes, who led the Second Persian War with his massive invasion of Greece. The war is remembered for the Battle...

A classic historical biography recounting the life of the Persian king Xerxes and the dramatic conflicts between the Persian Empire and the Greek world. In this engaging historical narrative, Jacob Abbott recounts the life and reign...

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Xerxes, an important king of ancient Persia, stepped into power after his father, Darius the Great, ruling over an enormous empire that sprawled across vast lands. His reign was marked by grand ambitions and remarkable endeavors. One of the most captivating chapters...

Abbott makes reading history easy. Xerxes the Great is the Ahaseurus of the Book of Esther in the Bible. He was also the one whose army was drastically reduced by the famous 300 This is a fascinating insight into the man and life at that time. (JennyF) About...

""Makers of History: Xerxes"" is a historical biography written by Jacob Abbott that explores the life and reign of Xerxes I, the fourth king of the Achaemenid Empire. The book covers Xerxes' childhood, his rise to power, his military campaigns, and his ultimate downfall. Abbott...

Xerxes I ruled from 485 - 465 B.C., presiding over ancient Persia's decline from mighty power to fading empire. His father Darius was defeated by the Greeks at the battle of Marathon (490 B.C.), and 10 years later Xerxes assembled a vast army to invade Greece and avenge his father's...

The story of Xerxes the Great (circa 519-465 BC), the fourth king of the Persian Achaemenid Empire, includes the battles of Thermopyl and Salamis, famous in their own right-and which were pivotal to world and European history. The tale, woven by classic master storyteller Jacob...


This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

The name of Xerxes is associated in the minds of men with the idea of the highest attainable elevation of human magnificence and grandeur. This monarch was the sovereign of the ancient Persian empire when it was at the height of its prosperity and power. It is probable, however,...


Abbott makes reading history easy. Xerxes the Great is the Ahaseurus of the Book of Esther in the Bible. He was also the one whose army was drastically reduced by the famous 300 This is a fascinating insight into the man and life at that time. (JennyF) About...

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Xerxes Makers of History, is a classical book and has been considered important throughout the human history. So that this book is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this again in a modern format book for present and future...

Delve into the heart of the Persian Empire with Jacob Abbott's "Xerxes," a compelling historical biography from the "Makers of History" series. Explore the life and reign of Xerxes I, a pivotal figure in ancient Persia's Achaemenid dynasty. This meticulously researched account...

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Jacob Abbott was one of the famous authors in the Abbott family during the 19th century, which also included his historian brother John. Unlike his brother, Jacob wrote kids books. Xerxes I ( 519 - 465 B.C.), also known as Xerxes the Great, ruled Persia from 486 to 465 B.C. Xerxes...