The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World, Vol 1
The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World, Vol 1

Author: Rawlinson George

Publisher: Hardpress Publishing

Published: 2016-06-23

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 9781318819867

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A Very Naughty Girl
A Very Naughty Girl

Author: L. T. Meade

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-09-17

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13:

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In 'A Very Naughty Girl' by L. T. Meade, the book delves into the life of a spirited young girl named Doris, who constantly finds herself in trouble due to her mischievous antics. Meade's writing style is captivating and filled with vivid descriptions, immersing the reader into the Victorian era setting. The book's exploration of themes such as morality, family dynamics, and the social norms of the time make it a valuable piece of literature for understanding historical contexts. L. T. Meade, a prolific author of children's books and popular novels in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, was known for her ability to create memorable characters and engaging plots. Meade's own experiences as a teacher and her deep understanding of the complexities of childhood would have undoubtedly influenced her portrayal of Doris in 'A Very Naughty Girl'. I highly recommend 'A Very Naughty Girl' to readers who enjoy classic literature and are interested in exploring the moral dilemmas and societal expectations of the Victorian era through the lens of a rebellious young protagonist.

History of the Persian Empire
History of the Persian Empire

Author: A. T. Olmstead

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 2022-08-29

Total Pages: 671

ISBN-13: 0226826333

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Out of a lifetime of study of the ancient Near East, Professor Olmstead has gathered previously unknown material into the story of the life, times, and thought of the Persians, told for the first time from the Persian rather than the traditional Greek point of view. "The fullest and most reliable presentation of the history of the Persian Empire in existence."—M. Rostovtzeff

The Reformation of Historical Thought
The Reformation of Historical Thought

Author: Mark A. Lotito

Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2019-09-16

Total Pages: 562

ISBN-13: 900434795X

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In The Reformation of Historical Thought, Mark Lotito re-examines the development of Western historiography by concentrating on Philipp Melanchthon (1497–1560) and his universal history, Carion’s Chronicle (1532). With the Chronicle, Melanchthon overturned the medieval papal view of history, and he offered a distinctly Wittenberg perspective on the foundations of the “modern” European world. Through its immense popularity, the Chronicle assumed extraordinary significance across the divides of language, geography and confession. Indeed, Melanchthon’s intervention would become the point of departure for theologians, historians and jurists to debate the past, present and future of the Holy Roman Empire. Through the Chronicle, the Wittenberg reformation of historical thought became an integral aspect of European intellectual culture for the centuries that followed.