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History of Mesopotamia E-BOOK

World History, #0

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E-book | Engels | World History
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The History of Mesopotamia tells the story of the land between the Tigris and Euphrates, where some of humanity's first cities rose from the fertile plains and laid the foundations of civilization. Often called the cradle of civilization, Mesopotamia witnessed the birth of writing, law, urban planning, organized religion, and imperial power.

This book traces the development of the Sumerian city-states, the rise of the Akkadian Empire under Sargon, and the grandeur of Babylon under Hammurabi, whose legal code became one of the earliest known systems of written law. It explores the military strength and administrative sophistication of Assyria, the cultural revival of the Neo-Babylonian Empire, and the enduring myths preserved in the Epic of Gilgamesh.

Beyond kings and conquests, this narrative examines daily life, religious beliefs, technological innovations, and the social structures that shaped early urban societies. Readers will discover how cuneiform writing transformed communication, how ziggurats symbolized the connection between heaven and earth, and how the political struggles of the Bronze Age influenced the broader Ancient Near East.

Written in a clear and engaging style, this book offers a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to one of the most influential civilizations in world history, revealing how Mesopotamia's legacy continues to shape law, governance, literature, and culture today.

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Productcode (EAN):
9798232235437
Verschijningsdatum:
25/02/2026
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E-book
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ePub
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