Babylonia: A Very Short Introduction

Nonfiction, History, Middle East, Ancient History
Cover of the book Babylonia: A Very Short Introduction by Trevor Bryce, OUP Oxford
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Trevor Bryce ISBN: 9780191039942
Publisher: OUP Oxford Publication: September 14, 2016
Imprint: OUP Oxford Language: English
Author: Trevor Bryce
ISBN: 9780191039942
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Publication: September 14, 2016
Imprint: OUP Oxford
Language: English

The history of Ancient Babylonia in ancient Mesopatamia is epic. After playing host to three great empires, the Hammurabic and Kassite empires, and the Neo-Babylonian Empire ruled by Nebuchadnezzar, it was conquered by the Persians. Entered triumphantly by Alexander the Great, it later provided the setting for the Conquerer's deathbed. Squabbled over by his heirs, Babylonia was subsequently dominated by the Parthian and Roman empires. In this Very Short Introduction, Trevor Bryce takes us on a journey of more than 2,000 years across the history and civilization of ancient Babylonia, from the emergence of its chief city, Babylon, as a modest village on the Euphrates in the 3rd millennium BC through successive phases of triumph, decline, and resurgence until its royal capital faded into obscurity in the Roman imperial era. Exploring key historical events as well as the day-to-day life of an ancient Babylonian, Bryce provides a comprehensive guide to one of history's most profound civilizations. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The history of Ancient Babylonia in ancient Mesopatamia is epic. After playing host to three great empires, the Hammurabic and Kassite empires, and the Neo-Babylonian Empire ruled by Nebuchadnezzar, it was conquered by the Persians. Entered triumphantly by Alexander the Great, it later provided the setting for the Conquerer's deathbed. Squabbled over by his heirs, Babylonia was subsequently dominated by the Parthian and Roman empires. In this Very Short Introduction, Trevor Bryce takes us on a journey of more than 2,000 years across the history and civilization of ancient Babylonia, from the emergence of its chief city, Babylon, as a modest village on the Euphrates in the 3rd millennium BC through successive phases of triumph, decline, and resurgence until its royal capital faded into obscurity in the Roman imperial era. Exploring key historical events as well as the day-to-day life of an ancient Babylonian, Bryce provides a comprehensive guide to one of history's most profound civilizations. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

More books from OUP Oxford

Cover of the book Liberty Intact by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book The Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Marginality, Canonicity, Passion by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Life's Vital Link by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book A Practical Approach to Effective Litigation by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Oxford Handbook of Genetics by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Inside the Compassionate Organization by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Racism: A Very Short Introduction by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Custom and Reason in Hume by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Oxford Handbook of Happiness by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Origins by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book John Chrysostom on Divine Pedagogy: The Coherence of his Theology and Preaching by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Fair Trade For All: How Trade Can Promote Development by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book Mapping and Measuring Deliberation by Trevor Bryce
Cover of the book A Dictionary of Human Geography by Trevor Bryce
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy