This story provides background information about Cyrus, who is mentioned in the Bible. Cyrus is the king who liberated the Jews from Babylonian captivity. Abbott’s talent lies in the fact that, thanks to some of the details of his story, he simply animates the characters. This book has been noted by everyone, even Abraham Lincoln.
Charles II (Serapis Classics)
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Queen Elizabeth : Makers of History
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Cleopatra
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Cyrus the Great : Makers of History
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Cleopatra
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Darius the Great : Makers of History
Jacob Abbott
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William the Conqueror : Makers of History
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Rollo in Scotland
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Rollo's Philosophy. [Air]
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Mary Queen of Scots : Makers of History
Jacob Abbott
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Margaret of Anjou : Makers of History
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The Teacher : Or, Moral Influences Employed in the Instruction and Government of the Young
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