The Rise of the Seleukid Empire (323-223 BC)
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
First volume in John Grainger's trilogy tracing the fortunes of one of the greatest superpowers of the ancient world.
Seleucid Empire Series
This series delves into the tumultuous history of one of the ancient world's greatest empires. Follow the ascents and descents of powerful rulers, their ambitious conquests, and the intricate political maneuverings that shaped the classical era. Explore the lives of generals, kings, and commoners navigating an age of grand conflicts and cultural exchange. It's a captivating journey into the heart of a mighty dominion that left an indelible mark on history.
Recommended Reading Order
- 1
- 2
The Seleukid Empire of Antiochus III (223-187 BC)
- 240 pages
- 9 hours of reading
2nd Part in groundbreaking three-part history of Seleukid Empire. Narrates the heyday of the Seleukid empire, then the largest state in the world, and beginning of their decline. Antiochus the Great was one of the most powerful rulers in the ancient world and this title Covers all Antiochus' many campaigns and battles.
- 3
The Fall of the Seleukid Empire 187-75 BC
- 240 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Concluding part of John Grainger's unique trilogy narrating the rise and fall of the Seleukid Empire.