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From the Mari Archives
An Anthology of Old Babylonian Letters
Book • 2015
This anthology presents more than 700 letters and excerpts from administrative documents from the Mari archives, translated and accompanied by insightful commentary.
Organized around major institutions of ancient Mesopotamian society—kingship, administration, warfare, society, religion, and culture—the book brings to life the realities of daily life and governance in the Old Babylonian period.
Sasson’s presentation offers a human perspective on a world entombed for millennia, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.
Organized around major institutions of ancient Mesopotamian society—kingship, administration, warfare, society, religion, and culture—the book brings to life the realities of daily life and governance in the Old Babylonian period.
Sasson’s presentation offers a human perspective on a world entombed for millennia, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.
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