Benjamin R. Foster è un esperto di spicco in assiriologia e letteratura babilonese, i cui interessi di ricerca si concentrano sulla letteratura cuneiforme e sulla storia sociale ed economica della Mesopotamia. Il suo lavoro approfondisce testi antichi, offrendo profonde intuizioni sui loro contesti culturali. Il contributo di Foster risiede nello svelare le sfumature della società mesopotamica attraverso le sue creazioni letterarie. La sua erudizione illumina le complesse vite di queste antiche civiltà.
This extensive collection features ancient Akkadian literature over three millennia, showcasing a wealth of new compositions and translations not found in earlier editions. The third edition includes recently identified text fragments, updated footnotes, and scholarly commentary reflecting the latest research from the past decade. With an additional 100 pages compared to the previous two-volume set, it offers a more comprehensive and enriched exploration of Akkadian literary heritage.
Tells the story of ancient Mesopotamia from the earliest settlements ten thousand years ago to the Arab conquest in the seventh century. With illustrations of important works of art and architecture in every chapter, this title traces the rise and fall of successive civilizations and people in... číst celé
This edition offers a faithful reproduction of the original 1889 text, ensuring that readers experience the work as it was intended. The high-quality reprint preserves the historical integrity and charm of the original publication, making it a valuable addition for collectors and enthusiasts of classic literature.
Focusing on the Akkadian period, this comprehensive survey by Benjamin Foster synthesizes over 40 years of research, detailing the rise of the first known empire. It explores various facets such as history, geography, arts, religion, economy, and military. Additionally, the final chapter discusses modern historiography, including a unique overview of Soviet historians' research, presented in English for the first time. This work serves as an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts of the Ancient Near East.
Chancellor Chess introduces an innovative variant of the traditional chess game, featuring a unique Chancellor piece that merges the movements of both the rook and knight. The book outlines the rules, strategies, and tactics essential for mastering this new game, supplemented with diagrams for clarity. As a facsimile reprint of the original 1889 edition, it serves as a valuable resource for chess enthusiasts and those interested in the evolution of board games, while also preserving cultural literature.
B.R. Forster surveys the literature of Babylonia and Assyria from 1200 BCE to the beginning of the Christian Era. Based on his experience as editor and translator, he provides readers with an overview of all genres (historical literature, epics, hymns, fables, wisdom literature ...). Augmented by an extensive bibliography and index, the books is designed to be used as a reference volume both by scholars and students.