Assyria: Its Princes, Priests and People is a historical book written by A.H. Sayce, an esteemed scholar of the ancient Near East. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Assyrian civilization, including its political history, religion, culture, and society. Sayce delves into the lives of Assyria's rulers, from the earliest kings to the powerful empire builders of the Neo-Assyrian period, and examines their military campaigns, diplomatic relations, and administrative policies. He also explores the role of the ...
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Assyria: Its Princes, Priests and People is a historical book written by A.H. Sayce, an esteemed scholar of the ancient Near East. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Assyrian civilization, including its political history, religion, culture, and society. Sayce delves into the lives of Assyria's rulers, from the earliest kings to the powerful empire builders of the Neo-Assyrian period, and examines their military campaigns, diplomatic relations, and administrative policies. He also explores the role of the Assyrian priesthood, discussing their religious practices and beliefs, as well as their influence on the political and social life of the empire. In addition, Sayce provides a vivid portrayal of everyday life in Assyria, describing the customs, arts, and technology of the people, and shedding light on the lives of women, slaves, and commoners. The book is richly illustrated with maps, photographs, and drawings, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the ancient Near East.1885. A treatise by the noted archaeologist on Assyria. Contents: The Country and People; Assyrian History; Assyrian Religion; Art, Literature, and Science; and Manners and Customs; Trade and Government. A fascinating account of Assyrian History. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
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