The Assyrians and the Babylonians: History and Treasures of an Ancient Civilization

History and Treasures of an Ancient Civilization

by Alfredo Rizzo

This meticulously researched and handsomely illustrated volume explores the chronology, historic events, key public figures, and cultural legacy of the Assyro-Babylonian civilization. Tracing the roots of this ancient society to 3000—2001 BC, historian Alfredo Rizza reveals the impact of various earlier civilizations on the development of Mesopotamia in the second and first millennium BC (ca. 2000—500 BC). Offering fresh insight into the pivotal historical events and the complex political and cultural configuration of the Assyrians and Babylonians, this book delves into the convergence in Mesopotamia of various ethnic and cultural groups. The authoritative text describes the role played by each group in trade, diplomatic relations, cultural heritage, and military action. Specially commissioned photographs depict the topography, archaeology, and antiquities of this ancient civilization, including stone reliefs discovered in royal palaces depicting battle scenes, kings with different deities conducting religious ceremonies, ziggurats, ornate gates guarding the cities, and much more, all of which reveal details of this intriguing epoch.

Genres: History

207 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Eugene · Rating 4 out of 5]

Хорошая вводная и очень богато иллюстрированная кника по основам месопотамской цивилизации. Хороший учебник не заменит, но иллюстрации просто роскошные. Уже ради них стоит прочесть эту книгу.

[Cassandra Kay Silva · Rating 5 out of 5]

They were not kidding this really was handsomely illustrated! I couldn't believe some of the artifacts from this time. It really helped to solidify a lot of my ideas about Assyria and Babylon, especially the jumbled ones that ran into each other. This was a really fun read.