Nineveh and Its Remains, Volume 2

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In this volume, the Kiayah, or chief secretary, is appointed as the Governor of the province by the council until the Porte designates a new Pasha. Essad Pasha, recently returned from Beyrout, is ultimately appointed to succeed Tahyar. Despite these administrative changes, the author’s activities continue unabated. Armed with a Vizirial letter, he navigates the challenges posed by the Cadi and the Ulema, who persistently attempt to obstruct his efforts. After Christmas, he returns to Nimroud, where excavations resume with renewed vigor. The book is a reproduction of a significant historical work, published by Forgotten Books, which specializes in reviving rare and classic literature. Utilizing advanced technology, they digitally reconstruct texts while preserving their original format and addressing imperfections found in aged copies. Although some minor flaws may remain, they are retained to maintain the historical integrity of the work.