The Sumerian World explores the archaeology, history and art of southern Mesopotamia and its relationships with its neighbours from c.3,000 - 2,000BC. Including material hitherto unpublished from recent excavations, the articles are organised thematically using evidence from archaeology, texts and the natural sciences. This broad treatment makes the volume of interest to students looking for comparative data in allied subjects such as ancient literature and early religions.
Providing an authoritative, comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the Sumerian period written by some of the best-qualified scholars in the field, The Sumerian World will satisfy students, researchers, academics and the knowledgeable layperson wishing to understand the world of southern Mesopotamia in the third millennium.
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Author: Harriet E. W. Crawford
Publisher: Routledge
Publish Date: 2013
Edition: 1
ISBN: 1138238635
ISBN 13: 9781138238633
Dimension: Length: 7 inches, Width: 1.25 inches, Height: 10 inches
Weight: Weight: 2.8219169536 pounds
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 659
The Sumerian World explores the archaeology, history and art of southern Mesopotamia and its relationships with its neighbours from c.3,000 - 2,000BC. Including material hitherto unpublished from recent excavations, the articles are organised thematically using evidence from archaeology, texts and the natural sciences. This broad treatment makes the volume of interest to students looking for comparative data in allied subjects such as ancient literature and early religions.
Providing an authoritative, comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the Sumerian period written by some of the best-qualified scholars in the field, The Sumerian World will satisfy students, researchers, academics and the knowledgeable layperson wishing to understand the world of southern Mesopotamia in the third millennium.
.
Author: Harriet E. W. Crawford
Publisher: Routledge
Publish Date: 2013
Edition: 1
ISBN: 1138238635
ISBN 13: 9781138238633
Dimension: Length: 7 inches, Width: 1.25 inches, Height: 10 inches
Weight: Weight: 2.8219169536 pounds
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 659