The Great Empires of the Ancient East

George Rawlinson (1812–1902) was a prominent 19th-century English scholar, historian, and prolific author, best known for his translations of Herodotus and his comprehensive historical accounts of ancient civilizations. Educated at Ealing School and then at Oxford, Rawlinson demonstrated academic prowess, securing a fellowship at Exeter College. His scholarly work was deeply entwined with his reli...