Publisher's Synopsis
Ancient Assyrian Literature: The Black Obelisk of Shalmaneser is a book written by Charles F. Horne. It is a comprehensive study of the Black Obelisk, a historical artifact from ancient Assyria that was created during the reign of King Shalmaneser III. The book provides readers with an in-depth analysis of the obelisk, including its historical significance and the cultural context in which it was created. It also includes translations of the inscriptions found on the obelisk, which provide valuable insights into the political and military events of the time. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient Assyrian history and literature, and it is written in a clear and accessible style that makes it easy to understand even for those who are not experts in the field.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Babylonia and Assyria, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100138.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.
