Kirjahaku

It is with difficulty that I persuade myself, that it is I who am sitting and writing to you from this great city of the East. Whether I look upon the face of nature, or theworks of man, I see every thing different from what the West presents; so widely different, that it seems to me, at times, as if I were subject to the power of a dream. But I rouse myself, and find that I am awake, and that it is really I, your old friend and neighbor, Piso, late a dweller upon the Coelian hill, who am now basking in the warm skies of Palmyra, and, notwithstanding all the splendor and luxury by which I am surrounded, longing to be once more in Rome, by the side of my Curtius, and with him discoursing, as we have been wont to do, of the acts and policy of the magnificent Aurelian.

Step back in time to the heart of the Roman Empire with William Ware's "Aurelian," or, "Rome in the Third Century." This meticulously reprinted edition offers a captivating journey into a pivotal era of history. Immerse yourself in the world of ancient Rome as the narrative unfolds, exploring the intricate tapestry of life under the Emperor Aurelian. Set against the backdrop of religious transition, this historical fiction delves into the themes of faith and power. Explore the author's fictionalized vision of Tadmur (Syria) and the broader Roman world. "Aurelian" provides a compelling glimpse into a world grappling with profound societal and spiritual change. Discover a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers interested in historical fiction and the enduring questions of belief.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Step back in time to the heart of the Roman Empire with William Ware's "Aurelian," or, "Rome in the Third Century." This meticulously reprinted edition offers a captivating journey into a pivotal era of history. Immerse yourself in the world of ancient Rome as the narrative unfolds, exploring the intricate tapestry of life under the Emperor Aurelian. Set against the backdrop of religious transition, this historical fiction delves into the themes of faith and power. Explore the author's fictionalized vision of Tadmur (Syria) and the broader Roman world. "Aurelian" provides a compelling glimpse into a world grappling with profound societal and spiritual change. Discover a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers interested in historical fiction and the enduring questions of belief.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Title: Sketches of European Capitals.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC.The HISTORY OF EUROPE collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. This collection includes works chronicling the development of Western civilisation to the modern age. Highlights include the development of language, political and educational systems, philosophy, science, and the arts. The selection documents periods of civil war, migration, shifts in power, Muslim expansion into Central Europe, complex feudal loyalties, the aristocracy of new nations, and European expansion into the New World. ++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++ British Library Ware, William; 1851. 12 . 10105.c.26.