Early Texts Of Akkad

By: Charles F. Horne

Book Overview

""Early Texts of Akkad"" is a book written by Charles F. Horne that focuses on the ancient texts of the Akkadian language. Akkadian was the language spoken in ancient Mesopotamia, and these texts are some of the earliest written records of human civilization. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Akkadian language, its history, and its significance to the development of human culture. It includes translations of some of the most important Akkadian texts, including the Epic of Gilgamesh, one of the oldest surviving works of literature. Horne's analysis of these texts sheds light on the social, political, and religious beliefs of the ancient Akkadian people, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the early history of human civilization. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of ancient languages, cultures, and civilizations.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Babylonia and Assyria, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100138.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425330355
• ISBN13: 9781425330354
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"