The consequences which followed Alexander's death: dissentions and
the tragical fate of the Macedonian generals the effect of the con-
quest of Persia considered.-Establishment of the Greek kingdom of
Egypt by Ptolomy Lagus: Alexandria made the capital: foundation
of the Alexandrian library by Ptolomy Philadelphus; and the Septu-
agint translation of the scriptures by his order.-Affairs of the Jews:
establishment of the Asmonean kingdont of the Jews: the subversion
of that monarchy by the Romans; and its reinstatement in the family
of Herod the Great; final reduction of Judea to a Roman province.
Gradual, but slow advancement of the Roman power: small extent of
the Roman territory: general manners of the first Romans: examina-
tion of Hannibal's conduct in not besieging Rome after the battle of
IX, instead of VIII, appears a mistake of the Author, or English printer.