
Assyriologist Selena Wisnom - Mesopotamia and the Making of History
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The Evolution of Writing in Ancient Mesopotamia
This chapter explores the evolution of writing in ancient Mesopotamia, focusing on the transformation of cuneiform from basic accounting tools to a complex representation of spoken language. It highlights the pivotal role writing played in human history, particularly in the preservation of stories and ideas.
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