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The Nineveh Court In The Crystal Palace (1854)

by Austen Henry Layard
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781169038516
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 96
  • Original Price: USD 35.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 313 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): General

""The Nineveh Court in the Crystal Palace"" is a historical book written by Austen Henry Layard and published in 1854. The book is a detailed account of the author's discovery and excavation of the ancient city of Nineveh in Mesopotamia, which he carried out between 1845 and 1851. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the ancient Assyrian civilization, and the author's experiences in uncovering the city's treasures.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the author's work in Nineveh. The first chapter provides an overview of the author's journey to the region and his initial encounters with the local people. The subsequent chapters delve into the author's excavation work, including the discovery of the palace of King Sennacherib and the famous winged bulls that adorned its entrance.The book also provides a detailed description of the artifacts uncovered during the excavation, including pottery, jewelry, and sculptures. The author's descriptions of the artifacts provide insights into the artistic and cultural achievements of the ancient Assyrians.In addition to the author's excavation work, the book also covers his efforts to transport the artifacts back to Europe, where they were eventually displayed in the Crystal Palace in London. The final chapter of the book provides a detailed description of the Nineveh Court exhibit, which was one of the most popular attractions at the Great Exhibition of 1851.Overall, ""The Nineveh Court in the Crystal Palace"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique glimpse into the history and culture of the ancient Assyrian civilization. The author's vivid descriptions and personal experiences make the book an engaging read for anyone interested in archaeology or ancient 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.

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