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History of Phoenicia

By George Rawlinson
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A comprehensive survey examines the geography, climate, flora, fauna, and natural resources of the eastern Mediterranean coast and its mountain regions, then turns to the people, urban centers, colonies, and material culture, detailing architecture, fine and industrial arts, shipbuilding, navigation, commerce, and mining. It reviews religious beliefs, social customs, dress and ornament, and the writing system, language, and literature, and concludes with a political narrative tracing the region's internal rivalries, periods of external domination, and its transformation under Hellenistic and Roman influence.

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George Rawlinson

George Rawlinson was a prominent 19th-century British historian and scholar, best known for his extensive works on ancient civilizations. His notable contributions include 'Ancient Egypt' and the multi-volume series 'The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World,' which explores the history, geography, and antiquities of significant ancient empires such as Chaldaea, Assyria, and Persia. Rawlinson's scholarship is characterized by meticulous research and a keen interest in the cultural and historical contexts of the ancient world, making his works valuable resources for understanding early civilizations.

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