A Manual of Ancient History by M. E. Thalheimer
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About this eBook
| Author | Thalheimer, M. E. (Mary Elsie) |
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| Title | A Manual of Ancient History |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A Manual of Ancient History" by M. E. Thalheimer is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work serves as an educational resource, aiming to provide a comprehensive overview of the vast periods of ancient history, particularly focusing on various civilizations from the exploration of the earliest nations up to the fall of the Western Roman Empire. It seeks to illuminate the interconnectedness of historical events and the lessons that can be drawn from the past. The opening of this manual outlines the author's motivation for creating a reliable history reference that reflects modern scholarly approaches to ancient sources. Thalheimer emphasizes the importance of accurate historical knowledge, asserting that insights into both the experiences and errors of past societies are essential for contemporary understanding. The preface points to key historical figures and offers a summary of the book's organization, which promises detailed discussions on significant ancient empires, global geography, and advancements in various fields, while facilitating a more critical perspective on historical narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | History, Ancient |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56734 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 98 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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