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100 1 _aKing, L. W.
_q(Leonard William),
_d1869-1919
245 1 2 _aA History of Sumer and Akkad :
_bAn account of the early races of Babylonia from prehistoric times to the foundation of the Babylonian monarchy
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2015-07-02
508 _aProduced by Madeleine Fournier and Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Hathi Trust.)
520 _a"A History of Sumer and Akkad" by L. W. King is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the early civilizations of Sumer and Akkad, tracing their development from prehistoric times to the establishment of the Babylonian monarchy. King synthesizes archaeological discoveries to provide insights into the culture, society, and conflicts of these ancient peoples, delving into the evolutionary process of their civilization and its significant impact on neighboring cultures. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the recent advancements in archaeological research that have reshaped our understanding of Babylonian history. It highlights the importance of excavations in revealing the origins and achievements of the early Sumerians and emphasizes the challenges posed by the alluvial nature of the land, which has made the preservation of earlier remains difficult. King introduces the concept of the "Sumerian controversy," presenting the acknowledgment of the Sumerians as a foundational race of Babylonia, and outlines the geographical context of Sumer and Akkad, ultimately leading to a discussion of the intricate social and political life in these early city-states prior to the rise of the Babylonian Empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBabylonia -- History
653 _aAkkadians
653 _aSumerians
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49345
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