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: Its Remains, Language, History, Religion, Commerce, Law, Art and Literature is a comprehensive book written by Morris Jastrow. The book is a detailed exploration of the ancient civilizations of Babylonia and Assyria, covering various aspects of their culture and society. The book begins with an introduction to the geography and history of the region, providing a context for the civilizations that emerged there. The author then delves into the remains of these civilizations, including their architecture, art, and literature. The book also explores the language of the Babylonians and Assyrians, providing insights into their grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. The author examines the religious beliefs and practices of these ancient peoples, including their gods, temples, and rituals. The book also covers the commerce and trade of the Babylonians and Assyrians, including their agricultural practices and economic systems. The author provides a detailed examination of the laws and legal systems of these civilizations, including their codes of law and court procedures. Overall, The Civilization of Babylonia and Assyria is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of these ancient civilizations, providing readers with a wealth of information about their culture, society, and history.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: 1163126802
• ISBN13: 9781163126806
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 544 Pages
• Weight: 2.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"