THE SEVENTH GREAT ORIENTAL MONARCHY (Persian Empire - 2 Vol Set)

Used, good condition. Vol 2 does have separation of cloth from spine, see pic.

"...Or The Geography, History and Antiquities of the Sassanian or New Persian Empire"

The Seventh Great Oriental Monarchy V1: Or The Geography, History, And Antiquities Of The Sassanian Or New Persian Empire (1882) is a book written by George Rawlinson. This book is a comprehensive study of the Sassanian or New Persian Empire, which was one of the most powerful empires of the ancient world. The book covers the geography, history, and antiquities of the empire, including its political and social structures, religious beliefs, art and architecture, and military campaigns.Rawlinson provides a detailed account of the Sassanian Empire's rise to power, its expansion, and its eventual decline. He also examines the empire's interactions with other ancient civilizations, including the Greeks, Romans, and Chinese, and explores the influence of Persian culture on these societies.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Sassanian Empire. Rawlinson draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, inscriptions, and archaeological evidence, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of the empire's history and culture.Overall, The Seventh Great Oriental Monarchy V1: Or The Geography, History, And Antiquities Of The Sassanian Or New Persian Empire (1882) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the ancient world, Persian history, or the study of empires and civilizations.In Two Volumes.