Sarchedon V3: A Legend Of The Great Queen is a historical novel written by George John Whyte Melville and published in 1871. The book is the third in a series of three and is set in ancient Assyria. The story revolves around the eponymous character, Sarchedon, a warrior and charioteer who serves the Assyrian queen, Semiramis. Sarchedon is a skilled fighter and a loyal subject of the queen, but he is also torn between his love for the queen and his desire for her beautiful daughter, Saba. As the story progresses, Sarchedon finds himself embroiled in a complex web of political intrigue and personal relationships. He must navigate the treacherous waters of Assyrian court politics while trying to protect his own interests and those of the people he cares about.The book is a richly detailed and vividly imagined portrayal of ancient Assyria, with a cast of characters that includes kings, queens, warriors, and courtesans. Melville's writing is characterized by a strong sense of historical accuracy and attention to detail, and he brings the world of ancient Assyria to life with his vivid descriptions of the landscape, architecture, and culture of the time.Overall, Sarchedon V3: A Legend Of The Great Queen is a compelling historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Assyria. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, ancient civilizations, or epic tales of love and war.In Three Volumes.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.