King Solomon's Golden Ophir

King Solomon's Golden Ophir is a historical research book by Karl Peters, first published in 1899. The book explores the ancient history of gold production and mining, focusing on the legendary King Solomon and his wealth of gold. Peters delves into the biblical accounts of Solomon's mines and the ancient trade routes used to transport the precious metal. He also examines the geological and geographical aspects of gold mining in ancient times, including the use of slaves and the impact on local communities. The book includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the locations and processes involved in gold production. Overall, King Solomon's Golden Ophir is a fascinating exploration of the history and significance of gold in ancient times, and the legacy of one of the wealthiest rulers in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.