Civilizations of the ancient Near East. Vol. 4 /

Civilizations of the ancient Near East. Vol. 4 / Jack M. Sasson, editor in chief ; John Baines, Gary Beckman, Karen S. Rubinson, associate editors. - New York : London : Scribner ; Simon & Schuster and Prentice-Hall International, 1995. - 1 volume : illustrations, maps ; 29 cm

In 4 volumes (2966 pages). Map on lining papers.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

A collection of essays that discuss the major languages, scripts, and literary works of ancient near eastern civilizations; explain the aesthetic principles, techniques, and forms that constitute ancient art; and offer scholarly insight into major discoveries and their contributions to what is known about the ancient Near East.

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Civilization.


Middle East--Civilization--To 622.
Moyen-Orient--Civilisation--Jusqu'a 622.
Middle East.

DS57 / .C55 1995

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