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Land Between The Rivers: A 5,000Year History Of Iraq
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The Epic, Five Millennia History Of The Region Between The Tigris And Euphrates Rivers That Was The Birthplace Of Civilization And Remains Today The Essential Crossroads Between East And Westat The Start Of The Fourth Millennium Bc, At The Edge Of Historical Time, Civilization First Arrived With The Advent Of Cities And The Invention Of Writing That Began To Replace Legend With History. This Occurred On The Floodplains Of Southern Iraq Where The Great Rivers Tigris And Euphrates Meet The Persian Gulf. By 3000 Bc, A City Called Uruk (From Which Iraq Is Derived) Had 80,000 Residents. Indeed, As Bartle Bull Reveals In His Magisterial History, If One Divides The 5,000 Years Of Human Civilization Into Ten Periods Of Five Centuries Each, During The First Nine Of These The Worlds Leading City Was In One Of The Three Regions Of Current Day Iraqor To Use Its Greek Name, Mesopotamia.Inspired By Extensive Reporting From The Region To Spend A Decade Delving Deep Into Its History, Bull Chronicles The Story Of Iraq From The Exploits Of Gilgamesh (Almost Certainly An Historical Figure) To The Fall Of The Iraqi Monarchy In 1958 That Ushered In Its Familiar Modern Era. The Land Between The Rivers Has Been The Melting Pot And Battleground Of Countless Outsiders, From The Akkadians Of Hammurabi And The Greeks Of Alexander To The Ottomans Of Suleiman The Magnificent. Here, By The Waters Of Babylon, Judaism Was Born And The Sunnishia Schism Took Its Bloody Shape.Central Themes Play Out Over The Millennia: Humanitys Need For Freedom Versus The Coeternal Urge Of Tyranny; The Everpresent Conflict And Crossfertilization Of East And West With Iraq So Often The Hinge. We Tend To View Todays Tensions In The Middle East Through The Prism Of The Last Hundred Years Since The Treaty Of Versailles Imposed A Controversial Realignment Of Its Borders. Bartle Bulls Remarkable, Sweeping Achievement Reminds Us That The Region Defined By The Land Between The Rivers Has For Five Millennia Played A Uniquely Central Role On The Global Stage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Land Between the Rivers: A 5,000-Year History of Iraq' about? A: This book provides a detailed account of Iraq's history over five millennia, focusing on the region between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, which is often referred to as the birthplace of civilization.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Bartle Bull, who has spent a decade researching and reporting on the history of Iraq.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book is scheduled to be published on September 10, 2024.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in the book? A: The book explores themes such as the struggle for freedom versus tyranny, the conflict and interaction between East and West, and the historical significance of Iraq in global events.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 576 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'Assyria, Babylonia & Sumer'.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is in new condition.
- Q: What historical figures are mentioned in this book? A: The book mentions historical figures such as Gilgamesh, Hammurabi, and Alexander the Great, among others.
- Q: What makes this book a significant read for history enthusiasts? A: The book offers a comprehensive and well-researched narrative that connects Iraq's rich historical past to its current geopolitical significance, providing valuable insights for history enthusiasts.