Language:EnglishPublisher:Kessinger PublishingISBN-13:9781162589329ISBN-10:1162589329UPC:9781162589329Book Category:Literary Collections, Biography & Autobiography, HistoryBook Subcategory:Presidents & Heads of State, AncientSize:8.27 x 11.02 x 0.42 inchesWeight:1.0009Product ID:SCS932PK2F
Sargon the Magnificent is a historical fiction novel written by Mrs. Sydney Bristowe. The book is set in ancient Mesopotamia and follows the life of Sargon, a legendary king who founded the Akkadian Empire. The story begins with Sargon's humble beginnings as a farmer's son, and his rise to power as a warrior and leader of men. The book portrays Sargon as a complex and multifaceted character, with strengths and weaknesses that make him both admirable and flawed. The novel explores the political and social dynamics of ancient Mesopotamia, including the role of women, religion, and warfare. Throughout the book, Sargon must navigate the treacherous waters of palace intrigue and power struggles, while also facing personal challenges such as love and loss. The book is richly detailed and vividly brings to life the sights, sounds, and smells of ancient Mesopotamia. It is a captivating read for anyone interested in history, ancient civilizations, or epic tales of heroism and conquest.1927. Within this book, the author explains her reasons for believing that archeological discoveries in Babylonia and other countries prove the historical truth of the first chapters of Genesis, and that in return, those chapters provide the key to problems presented by archeological discoveries which have thus far baffled all investigations. She utilizes evidence from works by leading Assyriologists and from Babylonian inscriptions and drawings in support of her identification of Sargon of Akkad with Cain.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.
Language:EnglishPublisher:Kessinger PublishingISBN-13:9781162589329ISBN-10:1162589329UPC:9781162589329Book Category:Literary Collections, Biography & Autobiography, HistoryBook Subcategory:Presidents & Heads of State, AncientSize:8.27 x 11.02 x 0.42 inchesWeight:1.0009Product ID:SCS932PK2F
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Sargon the Magnificent is a historical fiction novel written by Mrs. Sydney Bristowe. The book is set in ancient Mesopotamia and follows the life of Sargon, a legendary king who founded the Akkadian Empire. The story begins with Sargon's humble beginnings as a farmer's son, and his rise to power as a warrior and leader of men. The book portrays Sargon as a complex and multifaceted character, with strengths and weaknesses that make him both admirable and flawed. The novel explores the political and social dynamics of ancient Mesopotamia, including the role of women, religion, and warfare. Throughout the book, Sargon must navigate the treacherous waters of palace intrigue and power struggles, while also facing personal challenges such as love and loss. The book is richly detailed and vividly brings to life the sights, sounds, and smells of ancient Mesopotamia. It is a captivating read for anyone interested in history, ancient civilizations, or epic tales of heroism and conquest.1927. Within this book, the author explains her reasons for believing that archeological discoveries in Babylonia and other countries prove the historical truth of the first chapters of Genesis, and that in return, those chapters provide the key to problems presented by archeological discoveries which have thus far baffled all investigations. She utilizes evidence from works by leading Assyriologists and from Babylonian inscriptions and drawings in support of her identification of Sargon of Akkad with Cain.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.
