"The Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient East: Volume 1. Chaldea. The History, Geography, and Antiquities of Chaldea, Assyria, Babylonia, Media, Persia, Parthia, and the Sasanian or New Persian Empire; with Maps and Illustrations" is a masterpiece by the famous historian and archaeologist George Rawlinson , which examines the great powers of the East in ancient times. In this book you will learn about extremely interesting facts and events of the past related to these great empires. The work is accompanied by detailed maps and illustrations that help better imagine the life and culture of these ancient civilizations. It is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Near East.