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by Isaac Preston Cory (Author)
Journey into the dawn of history, where myth and fact entwine. Ancient Fragments gathers the scattered remnants of the world's earliest chroniclers-Sanchoniatho, Berossus, Abydenus, Megasthenes, and Manetho-alongside enigmatic texts like the Hermetic Creed and the Oracles of Zoroaster. Here, the voices of ancient Mediterranean cultures and distant civilisations speak across millennia, offering rare insight into the origins of early mythology, philosophy, and the chronicles that shaped human thought. Every page invites discovery. This classical writings anthology is an essential gateway for scholars of ancient history, academic historical research, and anyone captivated by the literature of antiquity. Isaac Preston Cory's meticulous curation draws together fragments long scattered, illuminating the shared roots and striking differences among comparative ancient historians. From the epic annals of Tyre to the exploratory Periplus of Hanno, these texts reveal the intellectual and cultural foundations of the ancient world-making this volume indispensable for the study of ancient historical texts and early mythology. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For those passionate about ancient civilisations literature or seeking a collector's item of enduring significance, Ancient Fragments stands as both a cultural treasure and a testament to the enduring quest for knowledge.
