The Great Cultural Traditions, The Foundations Of Civilization V1: The Ancient Cities

By Ralph Turner

Book Overview

The Great Cultural Traditions, The Foundations Of Civilization V1: The Ancient Cities by Ralph Turner is a comprehensive book that delves into the fascinating history of the ancient cities that formed the foundation of human civilization. The book explores the rich cultural traditions of these cities, including their art, architecture, religion, and social customs.The author takes the reader on a journey through time, starting with the earliest known civilizations in Mesopotamia and Egypt, and moving on to the great cities of Greece and Rome. Along the way, the book examines the rise and fall of empires, the development of trade and commerce, and the role of religion and mythology in shaping the cultural identity of these ancient societies.The book is filled with stunning photographs and illustrations that bring the ancient cities to life, and the author's engaging writing style makes the history come alive. Whether you are a student of history or simply an enthusiast of ancient civilizations, The Great Cultural Traditions, The Foundations Of Civilization V1: The Ancient Cities is an essential read.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: 1163816884
• ISBN13: 9781163816882
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 644 Pages
• Weight: 1.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"