The Civilization Of Babylonia And Assyria: Its Remains, Language, History, Religion, Commerce, Law, Art And Literature

By Morris Jastrow Jr.

Book Overview

The Civilization of Babylonia and Assyria is a comprehensive book written by Morris Jastrow that delves into the history, culture, religion, art, literature, commerce, and law of the ancient civilizations of Babylonia and Assyria. The book explores the remains of these civilizations, including their architecture, monuments, and artifacts, and discusses their language and writing system, which was one of the earliest forms of writing in the world. Jastrow provides a detailed account of the political and social structures of these civilizations, including their rulers, laws, and customs. He also examines the religious beliefs and practices of the people, including their pantheon of gods and goddesses, as well as their rituals and ceremonies. The book also covers the economic and commercial activities of Babylonia and Assyria, including their trade routes, markets, and industries. Jastrow provides insights into the art and literature of these civilizations, including their epic poems, myths, and legends, and their contributions to the fields of science and mathematics. Overall, The Civilization of Babylonia and Assyria is an informative and comprehensive book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world of these two powerful civilizations. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, culture, and civilization.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: 1430492546
• ISBN13: 9781430492542
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 544 Pages
• Weight: 2.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"