Assyria: Its Princes, Priests and People (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417912582)

Assyria: Its Princes, Priests and People is a historical book written by A. H. Sayce. The book explores the ancient civilization of Assyria, which was located in the region of modern-day Iraq. The author provides a comprehensive account of the political, social, and cultural aspects of the Assyrian society. The book covers the period from the early beginnings of the civilization to the fall of the Assyrian Empire in 612 BC.The author delves into the lives of the Assyrian princes, priests, and common people, exploring their beliefs, customs, and traditions. The book also examines the role of women in Assyrian society and their contributions to the development of the civilization. The author provides a detailed account of the Assyrian religion, which was polytheistic, and the various gods and goddesses worshiped by the people.The book also covers the military campaigns of the Assyrian Empire, which was known for its military prowess. The author describes the tactics and strategies used by the Assyrian army and the impact of their military conquests on the neighboring regions.Overall, Assyria: Its Princes, Priests and People provides a comprehensive overview of the ancient Assyrian civilization, its people, and their way of life. The book is a valuable resource for historians, archaeologists, and anyone interested in the history of the Middle 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.

Author: A. H. Sayce
ISBN-10: 1417912588
ISBN-13: 9781417912582
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/30/2004
Pages: 168
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.56lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.39d