The Dawn of Civilization

The Dawn of Civilization by Gaston Maspero is a comprehensive book that explores the earliest civilizations of the world. The book takes the reader on a journey through the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, India, China, and Mesoamerica. The author provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural developments of these civilizations and their impact on the world. Maspero also discusses the archaeological discoveries that have shed light on the history of these civilizations. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in history, archaeology, or anthropology. It is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of the origins of human civilization. Overall, The Dawn of Civilization is a well-researched and insightful book that provides a comprehensive overview of the earliest civilizations of the world.1894. Includes both volumes 1 and 2. This work is a translation of the classic work by the celebrated French scholar, recapturing the fervor of Egyptology and Assyriology in their early years. For all those who have dipped or plunged into study of these ancient civilizations, this classic study of Egypt and Chaldea will hold fascination. Contents: The Nile and Egypt; Gods of Egypt; Legendary History of Egypt; Political Constitution of Egypt; Memphite Empire; First Theban Empire; Ancient Chaldea; Temples and the Gods of Chaldea; Chaldean Civilization. Handsomely illustrated.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.