Exploring Mesopotamia and the Flood

A discussion on the book 'Babylon' by Paul Kriwaczek, which explores the history of Mesopotamia and its impact on our world. The chapter delves into the similarities and differences between the flood stories in the Epic of Gilgamesh and the story of Noah, highlighting the motives and ramifications of the flood. It also touches on the significance of the flood in wiping out prehistoric records and shifting the focus from gods to mankind.