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First published in the 1730s, this classic text offers a comprehensive history of the ancient world from the Egyptians to the rise of Rome. Written by French historian and educator Charles Rollin, the book includes detailed accounts of the political and military history of these civilizations as well as their cultural achievements. With a focus on moral lessons and the virtues of leadership, this book remains a valuable resource for students of history and ethics. 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.