Caplice, Richard
Introduction to Akkadian (Pubblicazioni Della Classe Di Lettere E Filosofia, Scuola No)
- ISBN 13:
- 9788876535666
- author:
- Caplice, Richard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Pontificio Istituto Biblico
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1987
- Pages:
- 116
- Dimensions:
- 165mm X 200mm
- Genre:
- Language & Linguistics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Introduction to Akkadian is a comprehensive guide to the ancient Akkadian language, fully revised and updated with additional resources. This edition provides a solid foundation for students of biblical studies, Assyriology, and ancient history, offering a twelve-lesson course in essential Akkadian grammar. The book includes reading exercises in transliteration and cuneiform, designed to introduce students to common vocabulary and basic cuneiform signs. In addition to the core lessons, the book features appendices on Akkadian phonetics and metrology, as well as indices and a paradigm of the strong verb. These resources provide a detailed understanding of the language and its significance in the study of the ancient world. With its clear explanations and practical exercises, Introduction to Akkadian is an invaluable tool for anyone seeking to explore the Akkadian language and its relevance to biblical studies and Assyriology.