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In "Atlantis: The Antediluvian World," Ignatius Donnelly embarks on a bold exploration of the legendary lost continent of Atlantis, intertwining myth, archaeology, and speculative philosophy. Written in the late 19th century, the book reflects the burgeoning interest in lost civilizations and the interplay between science and mysticism during the Victorian era. Donnellys style is marked by a fervent and poetic prose that combines rigorous research with imaginative speculation, compelling readers to consider the implications of human origins and civilizations progress as they navigate through a well-structured argument supporting the existence of Atlantis as a historical reality. Donnelly, a former politician and amateur archaeologist from Minnesota, was profoundly influenced by the scientific advancements and cultural currents of his time. Guided by a belief in the interconnectedness of all human societies, he sought to unearth ancient truths by examining myths, similarities in language, and archaeological finds. His passion for history and his speculative nature fueled the creation of this seminal work, which has sparked discussions and debates for generations regarding the fate of this enigmatic civilization. This book is a must-read for enthusiasts of ancient history, mythology, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Donnellys captivating narrative and persuasive arguments not only entertain but provoke deep contemplation about the foundations of civilization and the potential for hidden truths in our collective past. Engaging and thought-provoking, it invites readers to ponder the mysteries of humanity and the mythic resonances of Atlantis.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

In "The Chronology of Ancient Kingdoms Amended," Isaac Newton ventures beyond the scientific realm to explore the intricate tapestry of ancient history and chronology. This work meticulously aims to rectify the existing historical records by compiling evidence derived from biblical texts, ancient manuscripts, and historical writings. Concise in style yet evidentially rich, Newton employs a methodical approach that reflects the Enlightenments emphasis on reason and empirical evidence. The book navigates through the eras of various civilizations, focusing on their timelines and cultural interactions, thereby illuminating the often fluid boundaries between myth and historical fact. Isaac Newton, primarily known for his groundbreaking contributions to physics and mathematics, had a profound interest in history and biblical chronology. His deep engagement with scriptural texts, combined with his scientific reasoning, led him to pursue an understanding of time and events that transcended mere physical laws. This interdisciplinary endeavor highlights Newtons belief in the interconnectedness of knowledge, as he sought to bring clarity to the historical narrative obscured by centuries of misinformation. "The Chronology of Ancient Kingdoms Amended" is an essential read for scholars of history and enthusiasts of the interplay between science and the humanities. It invites readers to reconsider the foundations of historical interpretation while appreciating the meticulous scholarship of one of historys greatest minds. This book offers a captivating glimpse into how scientific inquiry can illuminate our understanding of the past.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the authors life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

William Henry Burnhams "An Historical Sketch of the Conceptions of Memory among the Ancients" offers a profound exploration of the evolution of memory as understood by ancient civilizations, weaving together philosophical, psychological, and literary insights. Employing a scholarly yet accessible style, Burnham traces the multifaceted concept of memory from early philosophical thinkers like Plato and Aristotle to the rhetorical practices of Roman orators. His meticulous research situates these ancient perspectives within the broader context of classical thought, underscoring how cultural views of memory shaped both personal identity and collective history. Burnham, a noted scholar in the fields of psychology and classical studies, draws from his extensive academic background and his interest in the intersection of memory and cognition. His thorough understanding of ancient texts and their implications for contemporary thought sheds light on the importance of memory in human experience. As he highlights the rich tapestry of thought surrounding memory, Burnham reflects on how societal values and philosophical inquiries have influenced conceptions of the mind. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricate relationship between memory and identity, as well as for scholars seeking to engage with the foundations of cognitive theory. Burnhams work not only illuminates ancient perspectives but also offers valuable reflections that resonate within modern discourse on memory and cognition.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

e-artnow presents to you this meticulously edited collection of Xenophons historical works, formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices.Content:AnabasisCyropaediaHellenicaAgesilausPolity of the LacedaemoniansPolity of the AtheniansAnabasis is Xenophons most famous book. The seven-tome book of the Anabasis describes The March of the Ten Thousand and their return to Greece. Xenophon accompanied the Ten Thousand, a large army of Greek mercenaries hired by Cyrus the Younger, who intended to seize the throne of Persia from his brother, Artaxerxes II. The narration of the journey is Xenophons best known work, and "one of the great adventures in human history".Hellenica is one of the most important primary sources for the History of the Peloponnesian War and the wars aftermath. Many consider this a very personal work, written by Xenophon in retirement on his Spartan estate, intended primarily for circulation among his friends, for people who knew the main protagonists and events, often because they had participated in them. It covers the events in Greece from 411 to 362 BC, and is considered to be the continuation of the History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides.Cyropaedia is a biography of Cyrus the Great, the founder of Achaemenid Empire and the first Persian Empire. It is "a political romance, describing the education of the ideal ruler, trained to rule as a benevolent despot over his admiring and willing subjects." Aspects of it would become a model for medieval writers of the genre known as mirrors for princes. In turn it was a strong influence upon the most well-known but atypical of these, Machiavellis The Prince.

The History of the Peloponnesian War is a historical account of the Peloponnesian War (431404 BC), which was fought between the Peloponnesian League, led by Sparta, and the Delian League, led by Athens. Thucydides account of the conflict is widely considered to be a classic and regarded as one of the earliest scholarly works of history.Hellenica is direct continuation of the History of the Peloponnesian War. There is virtually no transition between the two works, to the extent that the opening words of Hellenica are translated as "After this", or sometimes "Following these events". The Hellenica recounts the last seven years of the Peloponnesian war, as well as its aftermath. Many consider this a very personal work, written by Xenophon in retirement on his Spartan estate, intended primarily for circulation among his friends, for people who knew the main protagonists and events, often because they had participated in them.

The Peloponnesian War took place in the 5th Century BC. This war was fought between Athens and Sparta at the time the two most powerful city-states in ancient Greece. The Peloponnesian War reshaped the ancient Greek world, made a significant power shift in ancient Greece, favoring Sparta. It caused the total regional decline and marked the dramatic end to the fifth century BC and the golden age of Greece. Ancient Greek warfare, originally a limited and formalized form of conflict, was transformed into an all-out struggle between city-states, complete with atrocities on a large scale. Shattering religious and cultural taboos, devastating vast swathes of countryside, and destroying whole cities, the Peloponnesian War marked the dramatic end to the fifth century BC and the golden age of Greece.This book provides a thorough insight into this period of the history of ancient Greece and this devastating conflict through the work of the prominent modern historian J. B. Bury, as well as the most important contemporary sources - History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides and Hellenica by Xenophon.Content:Introduction The History of the Peloponnesian War (by J.B. Bury) Primary SourcesThe Peloponnesian War (by Thucydides)Hellenica: The Final Years of the War Its Aftermath (by Xenophon)The History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides is widely considered to be a classic and regarded as one of the earliest scholarly works of history.Hellenica by Xenophon is direct continuation of Thucydides History of the Peloponnesian War. There is virtually no transition between the two works, to the extent that the opening words of Hellenica are translated as "After this", or sometimes "Following these events". The Hellenica recounts the last seven years of the Peloponnesian war, as well as its aftermath.

Hellenica is one of the most important primary sources for the History of the Peloponnesian War and the wars aftermath. Many consider this a very personal work, written by Xenophon in retirement on his Spartan estate, intended primarily for circulation among his friends, for people who knew the main protagonists and events, often because they had participated in them. It covers the events in Greece from 411 to 362 BC, and is considered to be the continuation of the History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides.

In this compelling tour of the classical world, Peter Jones reveals how it is the power, scope and fascination of their ideas that makes the Ancient Greeks and Romans so important and influential today. For over 2,000 years these ideas have gripped Western imagination and been instrumental in the way we think about the world. Covering everything from philosophy, history and architecture to language and grammar, Jones uncovers their astonishing intellectual, political and literary achievements.First published twenty years ago, this fully updated and revised edition is a must-read for anyone who wishes to know more about the classics - and where they came from.

Anabasis is Xenophons most famous book. The seven-tome book of the Anabasis describes The March of the Ten Thousand and their return to Greece. Xenophon accompanied the Ten Thousand, a large army of Greek mercenaries hired by Cyrus the Younger, who intended to seize the throne of Persia from his brother, Artaxerxes II. The narration of the journey is Xenophons best known work, and "one of the great adventures in human history".

O estudo sobre o exílio na Antiguidade revela um tema que merece atenção da parte dos especialistas em Ciências Humanas e em particular dos historiadores, na medida em que a sua abordagem encontra-se

Research into the mechanisms and the morality of Athenian hegemony is now perhaps livelier than ever. Of particular importance are the methods by which Athens drew money from the Aegean world with which to fund a vast fleet, to facilitate her own demokratia and to create ambitious public buildings still visible today. This collection of new studies, inspired and guided by an internationally-acknowledged authority on ancient finance, Thomas Figueira, by focusing on how Athens raised finance, sheds light on more familiar questions: How oppressive, or otherwise, was Athens to fellow-Greeks and how did her demands vary over time? Contributors here suggest that Athens may have exercised hegemonic ambitions for longer than usually thought, applying greater experience, and more sensitivity to individual communities.

Um relato magistral de como uma minúscula cidade-estado na Grécia Antiga, com apenas 200 mil habitantes, se tornou uma das civilizações mais influentes da história.Este livro conta como Atenas, em um

This is the fascinating story of the greatest archeological discoveries ever, the discovery of the intact tomb of the 18th Dynasty Pharaoh, Tutankhamun (colloquially known as "King Tut" and "the boy king"), in November 1922. We experience the adventure, the painstaking work, the magic, the excitement and the awe through the eyes of the "tomb raider" himself, archaeologist Howard Carter.

The Penn Museum has a long and storied history of research and archaeological exploration in the ancient Middle East. This book highlights this rich depth of knowledge while also serving as a companion volume to the Museums signature Middle East Galleries opening in April 2018. This edited volume includes chapters and integrated short, focused pieces from Museum curators and staff actively involved in the detailed planning of the new galleries. In addition to highlighting the most remarkable and interesting objects in the Museums extraordinary Middle East collections, this volume illuminates the primary themes within these galleries (make, settle, connect, organize, and believe) and provides a larger context within which to understand them. The ancient Middle East is home to the first urban settlements in human history, dating to the fourth millennium BCE; therefore, tracing this move toward city life figures prominently in the book. The topic of urbanization, how it came about and how these early steps still impact our daily lives, is explored from regional and localized perspectives, bringing us from Mesopotamia (Ur, Uruk, and Nippur) to Islamic and Persianate cites (Rayy and Isfahan) and, finally, connecting back to life in modern Philadelphia. Through examination of topics such as landscape, resources, trade, religious belief and burial practices, daily life, and nomads, this very important human journey is investigated both broadly and with specific case studies.

J. B. Burys History of Ancient Greece has been one of the most influential authorities on the Ancient Greece for over one century. This book presents the complete political history of Ancient Greece from its earliest beginnings in 3rd millennium B.C. all the way until the death of Alexander the Great. Contents:Greece and the Aegean The Beginnings of Greece and the Heroic Age The Expansion of Greece Growth of Sparta - Fall of the Aristocracies The Union of Attica and the Foundation of the Athenian Democracy Growth of Athens in the Sixth Century The Advance of Persia to the Aegean The Perils of Greece - the Persian and Punic Invasions The Foundation of the Athenian Empire The Athenian Empire Under the Guidance of Pericles The Decline and Downfall of the Athenian Empire The Spartan Supremacy and the Persian War The Revival of Athens and Her Second League The Hegemony of Thebes The Syracusan Empire and the Struggle With Carthage The Rise of Macedonia The Conquest of Persia The Conquest of the Far East

Édipo Rei é a primeira obra de um conjunto que inclui também Antígona e Édipo em Colono. O tema central é a família de Édipo,descrevendo eventos com mais de 8000 anos. A história desta família é determinada por uma profecia que Edipo ira matar o seu pai e casar com a sua me; a aço desta primeira peça e a descoberta da realizaço dessa profecia.

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In this book J.B. Bury gives a detailed historical review of the Migration Period, also known as Barbarian invasions in Mediterranean countries. It describes widespread process of migrations of the Germanic tribes and the Huns within or into the Europe during the decline of the Roman Empire.