Lectures Upon the Assyrian Language, and Syllabary: Delivered to the Students of the Archaic Classes

by A.H. Sayce

Lectures Upon The Assyrian Language, And Delivered To The Students Of The Archaic Classes (1877) is a book written by Archibald Henry Sayce. The book is a comprehensive guide to learning the Assyrian language and syllabary. The author delivers lectures to students of the archaic classes, providing them with a thorough understanding of the language and its complex syllabary. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of the Assyrian language, its grammar and syntax, and its various dialects. It also includes detailed explanations of the Assyrian syllabary, providing readers with a complete understanding of how to read and write in the language. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning the Assyrian language or studying the history of the ancient Near East.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.

170 pages, Hardcover

First published August 17, 2010

About the author

The Rev. Archibald Henry Sayce (A.H. Sayce) (25 September 1846 – 4 February 1933), was a pioneer British Assyriologist and linguist, who held a chair as Professor of Assyriology at the University of Oxford from 1891 to 1919.