The Dawn of Civilization

The Dawn of Civilization by Gaston Maspero is a comprehensive historical account of the origins of human civilization. The book covers the period from the emergence of early humans in Africa to the rise of the first civilizations in Mesopotamia and Egypt. Maspero examines the archaeological evidence and explores the social, political, and economic factors that led to the development of complex societies. He also discusses the technological innovations that allowed early humans to thrive and spread across the globe. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period in human history. Maspero begins with the evolution of early humans and their migration out of Africa, and then moves on to the development of agriculture, the rise of cities, and the emergence of writing. Throughout the book, Maspero emphasizes the importance of cultural exchange and the interconnectivity of different regions and civilizations. He also highlights the role of religion and mythology in shaping early societies. Overall, The Dawn of Civilization is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the origins of human civilization and the early history of our species.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.