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An addition to the Leonaur Ancient Adventures series by H. Rider Haggard

This historical novel depicts the fall of Babylon the Great at the hand of the Persian Empire under Cyrus.

An addition to the Leonaur Ancient Adventures series by H. Rider Haggard

Belshazzar: A Tale Of The Fall Of Babylon is a historical fiction novel written by William Stearns Davis and first published in 1902. The story is set in ancient Babylon during the reign of King Belshazzar, who is depicted as a decadent and cruel ruler. The main character of... Read Full Overview

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for... Read Full Overview

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Ramose is the offspring of an Egyptian Pharaoh and a Greek woman. Brought up in a life of luxury he is catapulted into a life of adventure which leads him to the fall of Babylon at the hand of the Persian Empire under Cyrus. The last novel written by Haggard; finished just before... Read Full Overview

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Sir Henry Rider Haggard KBE (1856-1925) was a Victorian writer of adventure novels set in exotic locations. After failing his army entrance exam he was sent to a private 'crammer' in London to prepare for the entrance exam for the British Foreign Office, for which he never sat... Read Full Overview

Belshazzar a tale of the fall of Babylon. This book, "Belshazzar a tale of the fall of Babylon", by William Stearns Davis, is a replication of a book originally published before 1902. It has been restored by human beings, page by page, so that you may enjoy it in a form as close... Read Full Overview

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...

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...

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...

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...

Belshazzar: A Tale of the Fall of Babylon by William Stearns Davis is a mesmerizing journey into the heart of ancient Mesopotamia, where intrigue, passion, and destiny collide. Set against the backdrop of the mighty Babylon, this epic tale weaves a rich legacy of love, betrayal,... Read Full Overview

"Belshazzar: A Tale of the Fall of Babylon" by William Stearns Davis transports readers to the heart of ancient Babylon during a time of upheaval and war. This meticulously prepared print republication resurrects a compelling work of historical fiction, plunging into the reign...

"Belshazzar: A Tale of the Fall of Babylon" by William Stearns Davis transports readers to the heart of ancient Babylon during a time of upheaval and war. This meticulously prepared print republication resurrects a compelling work of historical fiction, plunging into the reign...

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... Read Full Overview