Observations Connected With Astronomy And Ancient History, Sacred And Profane, On The Ruins Of Babylon (1816)

By Thomas Maurice

Book Overview

Observations Connected With Astronomy And Ancient History, Sacred And Profane, On The Ruins Of Babylon is a book written by Claudius James Rich in 1816. The book is a detailed account of Rich's observations of the ancient city of Babylon, including its ruins and the artifacts found there. Rich was an English archaeologist and diplomat who spent several years in the Middle East, where he became fascinated with the history and culture of the region. The book covers a wide range of topics related to Babylon, including its history, religion, and mythology. It also includes detailed descriptions of the city's architecture and engineering, as well as its astronomical observations and calculations. Rich draws on a variety of sources, including ancient texts, inscriptions, and artifacts, to paint a vivid picture of life in Babylon during its heyday. Observations Connected With Astronomy And Ancient History, Sacred And Profane, On The Ruins Of Babylon is an important work in the field of archaeology and ancient history. It provides valuable insights into the culture and society of one of the world's most important ancient civilizations, and is a must-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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167235118
• ISBN13: 9781167235115
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 442 Pages
• Weight: 2.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.3" x 11.0"