Title:
Babylonia : a very short introduction / Trevor Bryce.
Author:
Bryce, Trevor, 1940- author.
Publication Information:
Oxford, United Kingdom : Oxford University Press, [2016]
©2016
Call Number:
DS71 .B79 2016
Abstract:
Exploring key historical events as well as the day-to-day life of the ancient Babylonians. A comprehensive guide to one of history's most profound civilizations.
Electronic Access:
Table of contents https://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1622/2016934338-t.htmlContributor biographical information https://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1622/2016934338-b.html
Publisher description https://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1622/2016934338-d.html
Edition:
First edition.
ISBN:
9780198726470
Series:
Very short introductions ; 480
Very short introductions ; 480.
Physical Description:
xii, 141 pages : illustrations, maps ; 18 cm.
Contents:
Introduction -- 1. The Old Babylonian Period -- 2. Babylonian Society through the perspective of Hammurabi's Laws -- 3. Old Babylonian Cities -- 4. The Kassites -- 5. Writing, Scribes and Literature -- 6. The Long Interlude -- 7. The Neo-Babylonian Empire -- 8. Nebuchadnezzar's Babylon -- 9. In the Aftermath -- Appendix: Astrology and astronomy -- Chronology of major events, periods, and rulers.
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