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The Ship Tyre: A Symbol Of The Fate Of Conquerors (1920)

The Ship Tyre: A Symbol Of The Fate Of Conquerors (1920)

Schoff, Wilfred Harvey

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ISBN10: 1164162756
ISBN13: 9781164162759
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 174
Weight: 0.53
Height: 0.37 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Ship Tyre: A Symbol of the Fate of Conquerors is a historical book written by Wilfred Harvey Schoff in 1920. The book explores the history of the ancient Phoenician city of Tyre, which was known for its maritime trade and naval power. The author uses the city's famous ship, Tyre, as a symbol of the fate of conquerors who attempted to subdue the city.Schoff examines the city's history from its earliest days as a small trading post to its rise as a major power in the Mediterranean world. He discusses the city's strategic location and its importance as a center for trade and commerce. The author also explores the city's cultural and religious traditions, including its worship of the god Melqart.The book focuses on the city's conflicts with various conquerors, including Alexander the Great, who famously besieged the city for seven months before finally conquering it. The author uses the fate of Tyre's ship as a metaphor for the city's resilience and determination in the face of adversity.Overall, The Ship Tyre is a fascinating exploration of one of the ancient world's most important cities and its role in shaping the history of the Mediterranean world. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history, maritime trade, or the history of conquest and empire.As Prophesied By Isaiah, Ezekiel, And John And Fulfilled At Nineveh, Babylon And Rome. A Study In The Commerce Of The Bible.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.

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