Isbn: 9780243364220 - Ninive Und Babylon (classic Reprint) (4 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: Like New. In unused condition, may show some slight shelf wear, but otherwise unread. This title was digitally scanned from a rare, out of print edition, and will have some visual artifacts from that process.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details how the decipherment of ancient cuneiform tablets and other archaeological discoveries in 19th-century Mesopotamia revolutionized our understanding of the ancient Near East. The author brings to life vanished civilizations like the Babylonians and Assyrians and pieces together their history, culture, and daily life as documented in their own words. This book explores the rise of the first cities, empires, and writing systems and sheds light on the political, economic, religious, and military realities of this pivotal period in world history. Through the lens of archaeology and cuneiform inscriptions, the author provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the ancient world of Mesopotamia, laying the groundwork for a deeper appreciation of its enduring legacy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…