The work
Crawford’s historical novel is set in the ancient Persian world. The modern version clarifies dated phrasing while preserving its fictional framing, dialogue, and atmosphere.

Ancient Books edition · Original + modern language
Ancient Books edition
Audible and Kindle coming soonCrawford’s historical novel is set in the ancient Persian world. The modern version clarifies dated phrasing while preserving its fictional framing, dialogue, and atmosphere.
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Crawford’s historical novel is set in the ancient Persian world. The modern version clarifies dated phrasing while preserving its fictional framing, dialogue, and atmosphere.
London: Macmillan and Co., 1885.
The Ancient Books edition
The author's original wording and historical context remain available throughout the edition.
Vocabulary and syntax are updated for modern readers while protecting the work's meaning and intent.
Move between the original and its modern-language companion without losing the character of the book.
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