Survey of the Ancient World

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First published in 1916, this classic work of scholarship by James Henry Breasted remains one of the most authoritative and comprehensive surveys of the ancient world. Covering the civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Persia, Greece, and Rome, among others, Breasted provides a detailed and insightful look at the peoples, cultures, institutions, and achievements of the premodern world. An essential text for all students of history and archaeology.