A Short History of Ancient Times

By Philip Van Ness Myers

Book Overview

""A Short History of Ancient Times"" is a historical book written by Philip Van Ness Myers and first published in 1906. This book provides a comprehensive overview of ancient history, covering the period from the earliest civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt to the fall of the Roman Empire. The author explores the political, social, and cultural developments of these ancient civilizations, including their religion, art, literature, and philosophy. Myers also discusses the major historical events and figures of each era, such as the rise and fall of empires, the conquests of Alexander the Great, and the emergence of Christianity. The book is written in an accessible and engaging style, making it an ideal introduction to ancient history for students and general readers alike. Overall, ""A Short History of Ancient Times"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the foundations of Western civilization.For Colleges And High Schools.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104710625
• ISBN13: 9781104710620
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"