Publisher's Synopsis
Early Texts of Akkad is a book written by Charles F. Horne that provides a comprehensive overview of the early texts of Akkad. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which focuses on the history and culture of Akkad, while the second part delves into the texts themselves. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Akkadian language, the early Sumerian civilization, and the development of writing in Akkad. It also includes translations of some of the earliest Akkadian texts, such as the Sumerian King List, the Epic of Gilgamesh, and the Code of Hammurabi. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the early history of Mesopotamia and the development of civilization in the ancient world.THIS 32 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.