Irving Finkel , Jonathan Taylor
Cuneiform
- ISBN 13:
- 9780714111889
- author:
- Irving Finkel , Jonathan Taylor
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- British Museum Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 112
- Dimensions:
- 14.7 x 1.1 x 21.2 cm
- Genre:
- History, Countries & Regions, Asia
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Cuneiform is the oldest known form of writing in the world, and its use in ancient Mesopotamia has left a lasting legacy. The choice of clay as a writing medium allowed records to survive for millennia, providing a unique window into the history, economy, and culture of the time. This book brings the world of cuneiform to life, revealing how ancient inscriptions can offer new insights into the past.