The History Of Babylonia (1884)

The History of Babylonia is a historical book written by George Smith in 1884. The book provides a comprehensive account of the ancient civilization of Babylonia, which was located in the region of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq). The author, George Smith, was a renowned British Assyriologist who specialized in the study of ancient Mesopotamian civilization and its texts.The book covers the period from the earliest times of Babylonia's existence to the end of the Neo-Babylonian Empire in 539 BC. It provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, and cultural developments of the civilization, including the rise and fall of various dynasties, the role of religion and mythology, and the contributions of Babylonia to the wider world.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific period of Babylonia's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the geography and climate of the region, as well as the origins of the civilization. The following chapters cover the Sumerian period, the Akkadian period, the Old Babylonian period, the Kassite period, and the Neo-Babylonian period.Throughout the book, Smith draws on a wide range of sources, including cuneiform texts, archaeological evidence, and ancient inscriptions. He also provides detailed translations of key texts, such as the Epic of Gilgamesh, one of the oldest known works of literature.Overall, The History of Babylonia is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Mesopotamia. It provides a comprehensive and insightful account of one of the world's most important civilizations, and remains an important reference work in the field of Assyriology.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.