Handbook to Life in Ancient Mesopotamia
- ISBN-10
- 0195183649
- ISBN-13
- 9780195183641
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 416
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2005-07-14
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Author
- Stephen Bertman
Description
Modern-day archaeological discoveries in the Near East continue to illuminate man's understanding of the ancient world. This illustrated handbook describes the culture, history, and people of Mesopotamia, as well as their struggle for survival and happiness.
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