The Living Past Hardback - 2009

The Living Past is a historical book written by Ivar Lissner that explores the lives and cultures of ancient civilizations. The book takes readers on a journey through time, starting with the earliest known human civilizations and ending with the rise of the Roman Empire. Along the way, Lissner delves into the cultures of the Egyptians, Greeks, Persians, and other ancient peoples, examining their social structures, religious beliefs, and political systems. The author also explores the ways in which these ancient civilizations have influenced modern society, from their contributions to art and literature to their impact on science and technology. The Living Past is a fascinating and comprehensive look at the history of human civilization, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the origins of our modern world.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.