Originally published in 1838, Shipwreck of the Stirling Castle is a harrowing tale of survival and tragedy on the high seas. John Curtis provides a firsthand account of the shipwreck and the subsequent struggles of the crew to survive in a hostile environment. The book is a valuable resource for historians and those interested in maritime history, as well as readers looking for a compelling and suspenseful tale of survival.
Discover the fascinating world of British insects with this stunning and informative book. Featuring beautiful illustrations and detailed descriptions of the most rare and unique species, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in natural history and science.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The collection features eight essays focusing on Ancient Persia during the Achaemenid and Sasanian Empires. Contributors explore significant topics such as stone relief carvings from Persepolis, the Achaemenid influence in Babylon, and overlooked elements of biblical archaeology related to the books of Daniel and Isaiah. Additionally, the essays examine the Sasanian period, highlighting the establishment of Zoroastrianism as the state religion. This scholarly work is valuable for historians, archaeologists, and biblical scholars interested in these pivotal eras.
Culturally significant, this work has been carefully reproduced from its original artifact, preserving its authenticity. Readers will encounter original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its historical importance and the legacy of civilization. The reproduction aims to maintain fidelity to the original text, offering insights into its context and significance within scholarly discourse.
The Cyrus Cylinder is one of the most famous objects to have survived from the ancient world. The Cylinder was inscribed in Babylonian cuneiform on the orders of the Persian King Cyrus the Great (559-530BC) after he captured Babylon in 539BC. It is often referred to as the first bill of human rights as it appears to permit freedom of worship throughout the Persian Empire and to allow deported people to return to their homelands. It is valued by people all around the world as a symbol of tolerance and respect for different peoples and different faiths, so much so that a copy of the cylinder is on display in the United Nations building in New York. This catalogue is being published in conjunction with the first ever tour of the object to the United States, along with sixteen other objects from the British Museum's collection. The book discusses how these objects demonstrate the innovations initiated by Persian rule in the Ancient Near East (550 BC-331 BC), a prime example being a gold plaque from the Oxus Treasure with the representation of a priest that shows the spread of the Zoroastrian religion. The book offers a new authoritative translation of the Cyrus Cylinder by Irving Finkel and the publication of two fragments of a cuneiform tablet that show how the Cyrus Cylinder was most probably a proclamation and not just a foundation deposit.