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"The Ancient History of the East: From the Earliest Times to the Conquest by Alexander the Great" by Philip Smith offers a comprehensive overview of the ancient world, focusing on the civilizations of the Middle East. Beginning with the earliest known societies, the book traces the rise and fall of empires, the development of cultures, and the key events that shaped the region. From Mesopotamia and Egypt to Persia, the author provides detailed accounts of political, social, and economic life, highlighting the achievements and legacies of these ancient peoples. The narrative culminates with the conquests of Alexander the Great, marking a significant turning point in the history of the East. This book is an invaluable resource for students and general readers interested in understanding the foundations of Western civilization and the rich history of the Middle East. 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. 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. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.