{"product_id":"darius-the-great-makers-of-history-9789354547508","title":"Darius The Great Makers Of History","description":"A vivid doorway into a vanished world, Darius The Great opens history to the curious heart as well as the curious mind. This classic juvenile biography from Jacob Abbott, now republished by Alpha Editions, offers a compact, engaging journey through ancient Persia's leadership and empire. Its clear prose turns archaic worlds into a living, accessible history for young readers, making the monumental story of royal governance and empire feel intimate and relevant. For home study, classrooms, or leisurely reading, it stands as a dignified example of a historical narrative that respects its young audience while inviting serious reflection on leadership, statecraft, and moral resolve. Abbott's work is more than a window to classical antiquity for youngsters; it is a careful, human portrayal of decision, ceremony, and consequence that resonates with today's learners. Its enduring value lies in its ability to fuse biography with history, offering readers a steady guide through the ancient Near East and the Persian empire era without sacrificing narrative drive. The book deserves a place alongside other historical biographies for children as a touchstone of quality scholarship and storytelling craft. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, it is restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure for those who value classic literature and informed, thoughtful reading.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Alpha Edition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/07\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9789354547508\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 148\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.34d","brand":"Jacob Abbott","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52034364440757,"sku":"9789354547508","price":18.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_a8bce742-6b98-45f0-a5ff-55d2896d93e2.jpg?v=1763593849","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/darius-the-great-makers-of-history-9789354547508","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}