Mesopotamian Civilization

Author : A. Leo Oppenheim
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 494 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9780226177670

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Ancient Mesopotamia by A. Leo Oppenheim Pdf

"This splendid work of scholarship . . . sums up with economy and power all that the written record so far deciphered has to tell about the ancient and complementary civilizations of Babylon and Assyria."—Edward B. Garside, New York Times Book Review Ancient Mesopotamia—the area now called Iraq—has received less attention than ancient Egypt and other long-extinct and more spectacular civilizations. But numerous small clay tablets buried in the desert soil for thousands of years make it possible for us to know more about the people of ancient Mesopotamia than any other land in the early Near East. Professor Oppenheim, who studied these tablets for more than thirty years, used his intimate knowledge of long-dead languages to put together a distinctively personal picture of the Mesopotamians of some three thousand years ago. Following Oppenheim's death, Erica Reiner used the author's outline to complete the revisions he had begun. "To any serious student of Mesopotamian civilization, this is one of the most valuable books ever written."—Leonard Cottrell, Book Week "Leo Oppenheim has made a bold, brave, pioneering attempt to present a synthesis of the vast mass of philological and archaeological data that have accumulated over the past hundred years in the field of Assyriological research."—Samuel Noah Kramer, Archaeology A. Leo Oppenheim, one of the most distinguished Assyriologists of our time, was editor in charge of the Assyrian Dictionary of the Oriental Institute and John A. Wilson Professor of Oriental Studies at the University of Chicago.

Author : Daniel T. Potts
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1997-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 0485930013

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Mesopotamian Civilization by Daniel T. Potts Pdf

Likely to become a standard work for students of the ancient Near East, and for those interested in the high cultures of the region, this account is also a highly accessible repository of information valuable to archaeologists, anthropologists, etc

Author : Daniel T. Potts
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : History
ISBN : 0801433398

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Mesopotamian Civilization by Daniel T. Potts Pdf

Describes the material infrastructure of the civilization of Southern Mesopotamia in the third millennium BC. Examines the climate, landforms, and other conditions that enabled the area to become populated, details religious ideas and basic conditions of life, and compares contributions to Mesopotamian civilization from the East and from the West. Other subjects include agriculture and diet, kinship, mortuary practices, and functional aspects of writing and sealing. Includes many bandw drawings and maps. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Elena Rova,Harvey Weiss
Publisher : Brepols Pub
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 250399119X

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The Origins of North Mesopotamian Civilization by Elena Rova,Harvey Weiss Pdf

Thirty research papers by an international group of archaeologists redefine the cultural development of Northern Mesopotamia in the first half of the third millennium B.C. The papers reflect the latest understandings of society, economy and chronology, derived from excavations and survey in both Syria and Iraq, that lead to the "second urban revolution." Originally prepared for a Yale University conference in December 1988, these widely distributed and cited papers are now published in their revised texts, with figures and photographs, in a volume fundamental for West Asian archaeology.

Author : Wayne Horowitz
Publisher : Eisenbrauns
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1998-01-01
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780931464997

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Mesopotamian Cosmic Geography by Wayne Horowitz Pdf

Author : Kathleen Kuiper Manager, Arts and Culture
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781615301126

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Mesopotamia by Kathleen Kuiper Manager, Arts and Culture Pdf

Presents an introduction to the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, from the earliest rise of the Sumerians to the seventh century C.E. Sasanian period, discussing the history, government, literature, religion, art, and architecture of each era.

Author : Guillermo Algaze
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2009-05-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780226013787

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Ancient Mesopotamia at the Dawn of Civilization by Guillermo Algaze Pdf

The alluvial lowlands of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in southern Mesopotamia are widely known as the “cradle of civilization,” owing to the scale of the processes of urbanization that took place in the area by the second half of the fourth millennium BCE. In Ancient Mesopotamia at the Dawn of Civilization, Guillermo Algaze draws on the work of modern economic geographers to explore how the unique river-based ecology and geography of the Tigris-Euphrates alluvium affected the development of urban civilization in southern Mesopotamia. He argues that these natural conditions granted southern polities significant competitive advantages over their landlocked rivals elsewhere in Southwest Asia, most importantly the ability to easily transport commodities. In due course, this resulted in increased trade and economic activity and higher population densities in the south than were possible elsewhere. As southern polities grew in scale and complexity throughout the fourth millennium, revolutionary new forms of labor organization and record keeping were created, and it is these socially created innovations, Algaze argues, that ultimately account for why fully developed city-states emerged earlier in southern Mesopotamia than elsewhere in Southwest Asia or the world.

Author : Rupert Matthews,Gretchen Wildwood
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781404280373

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Ancient Mesopotamian Civilization by Rupert Matthews,Gretchen Wildwood Pdf

Describes the Ancient Mesopotamians and their myths with factual explanations about how people really lived at the time.

Author : Marc Van De Mieroop
Publisher : Clarendon Press
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1997-11-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780191588457

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The Ancient Mesopotamian City by Marc Van De Mieroop Pdf

Urban history starts in ancient Mesopotamia. In this volume Marc Van De Mieroop examines the evolution of the very earliest cities which, for millennia, inspired the rest of the ancient world. The city determined every aspect of Mesopotamian civilization, and the political and social structure, economy, literature, and arts of Mesopotamian culture cannot be understood without acknowledging their urban background. - ;Urban history starts in ancient Mesopotamia: the earliest known cities developed there as the result of long indigenous processes, and, for millennia, the city determined every aspect of Mesopotamian civilization. Marc Van De Mieroop examines urban life in the historical period, investigating urban topography, the role of cities as centres of culture, their political and social structures, economy, literature, and the arts. He draws on material from the entirety of Mesopotamian history, from c. 3000 to 300 BC, and from both Babylonia and Assyria, arguing that the Mesopotamian city can be regarded as a prototype that inspired the rest of the ancient world and shared characteristics with the European cities of antiquity. -

Author : Norman Yoffee,Jeffery J. Clark
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : History
ISBN : 9780816532810

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Early Stages in the Evolution of Mesopotamian Civilization by Norman Yoffee,Jeffery J. Clark Pdf

Between 1969 and 1980, Soviet archaeologists conducted excavations of Mesopotamian villages occupied from preagricultural times through the beginnings of early civilization. The results of their work were published primarily in Soviet journals and in the English-language journals Sumer and Iraq. This volume brings together translations of these Russian articles along with newly commissioned work to make the results of this research accessible for the first time to the Western world. In addition to eight articles available here for the first time in English, a concluding chapter by Norman Yoffee offers new insights on cultural interaction based on the research at hand. The research conducted by the Soviets helped transform our knowledge of the early post-Paleolithic prehistory of Mesopotamia.

Author : Rupert Matthews,Gretchen Wildwood
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2009-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781615312351

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Ancient Mesopotamian Civilization by Rupert Matthews,Gretchen Wildwood Pdf

Mesopotamia, the region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, was home to some of the world’s first cities and empires. This book beautifully describes the Ancient Mesopotamians, deftly combining dramatic illustrations of their myths with factual explanations about how people really lived at the time.

Author : Ariane Thomas,Timothy Potts
Publisher : Getty Publications
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781606066492

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Mesopotamia by Ariane Thomas,Timothy Potts Pdf

Mesopotamia, in modern-day Iraq, was home to the remarkable ancient civilizations of Sumer, Akkad, Babylonia, and Assyria. From the rise of the first cities around 3500 BCE, through the mighty empires of Nineveh and Babylon, to the demise of its native culture around 100 CE, Mesopotamia produced some of the most powerful and captivating art of antiquity and led the world in astronomy, mathematics, and other sciences—a legacy that lives on today. Mesopotamia: Civilization Begins presents a rich panorama of ancient Mesopotamia’s history, from its earliest prehistoric cultures to its conquest by Alexander the Great in 331 BCE. This catalogue records the beauty and variety of the objects on display, on loan from the Louvre’s unparalleled collection of ancient Near Eastern antiquities: cylinder seals, monumental sculptures, cuneiform tablets, jewelry, glazed bricks, paintings, figurines, and more. Essays by international experts explore a range of topics, from the earliest French excavations to Mesopotamia’s economy, religion, cities, cuneiform writing, rulers, and history—as well as its enduring presence in the contemporary imagination.

Author : Narayan Changder
Publisher : CHANGDER OUTLINE
Page : 47 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2024-01-06
Category : History
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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MESOPOTAMIAN CIVILIZATION by Narayan Changder Pdf

Embark on a captivating journey through the cradle of civilization with our MCQ guide - "Mesopotamian Civilization Unveiled: MCQ Expedition through Cradle of Civilization." Tailored for history enthusiasts, students, and those intrigued by the origins of human civilization, this comprehensive resource offers a curated collection of multiple-choice questions that unveil the wonders and complexities of Mesopotamia. Explore the fertile plains of Sumer, the monumental ziggurats, and the cultural achievements that defined this ancient civilization. Delve into the societal structures, the Code of Hammurabi, and the enduring legacy of Mesopotamia. Perfect your understanding of Mesopotamian Civilization and prepare confidently for exams. Elevate your historical acumen and immerse yourself in the wonders of the cradle of civilization with "Mesopotamian Civilization Unveiled: MCQ Expedition through Cradle of Civilization." Uncover the secrets of Mesopotamia with precision and depth.

Author : Xina M. Uhl
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781477789308

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The Decline of Ancient Mesopotamian Civilization by Xina M. Uhl Pdf

It may be hard to wrap one’s head around how such a thriving people as the ancient Mesopotamians could fall. This volume offers readers a detailed overview of how this complex and intriguing people declined from their previous prosperity. Readers will journey through the ebb and flow of the civilization, taking in information about the various factors that ultimately worked against them. The text explains the natural causes, such as drought, the structural issues, and invasions that led to the downfall of a civilization that nevertheless offers a lasting legacy.

Author : Jane R. McIntosh
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2017-08-18
Category : History
ISBN : 9798216116905

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Mesopotamia and the Rise of Civilization by Jane R. McIntosh Pdf

A broad introduction to a major turning point in human development, this book guides the reader through the emergence of civilization in Mesopotamia, when city life began and writing was invented. Covering Mesopotamia from around 3000 BCE to the fall of Babylon in 539 BCE, Mesopotamia and the Rise of Civilization: History, Documents, and Key Questions combines narrative history material and reference entries that enable students to learn about the rise of civilization in Mesopotamia and its enormous influence on western civilization with primary source documents that promote critical thinking skills. The book provides essential background via a historical overview of early development of society in Mesopotamia. This introduction is followed by reference entries on key topics; 4,000-year-old primary sources that explore Mesopotamian civilization through voices of the time and bring to light the events of a schoolboy's day, the boasts of kings, and personal letters about family concerns, for example; and a section of argumentative essays that presents thought-provoking perspectives on key issues. While the intended readership is high school students, the book's authoritative coverage of intriguing subject matter will also appeal to the wider public, especially in these times of heightened focus on the Middle East.