Palaces Of Nineveh And Persepolis, Restored: An Essay On Ancient Assyrian And Persian Architecture (1851)

""The Palaces of Nineveh and Persepolis, Restored: An Essay on Ancient Assyrian and Persian Architecture"" is a book written by James Fergusson and published in 1851. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the architecture of ancient Assyrian and Persian palaces, with a focus on the palaces of Nineveh and Persepolis. Fergusson's book provides a detailed description of the architectural features and design of these palaces, including their layout, construction materials, and decorative elements such as sculptures and reliefs. He also discusses the historical and cultural significance of these structures, and the role they played in the societies of ancient Assyria and Persia.In addition to his analysis of the palaces themselves, Fergusson also includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the architecture and design of these ancient structures. The book is considered a seminal work in the field of ancient architecture and continues to be studied and referenced by scholars and historians today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.