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Hans J. Nissen here provides a muchneeded overview of 7000 years of development in the ancient Near East from the beginning of settled life to the formation of the first regional states. His approach to the study of Mesopotamian civilization differs markedly from conventional orientations, which impose a sharp division between prehistoric and historic, literate, periods. Nissen argues that this approach is too rigid to explain the actual development of that civilization. He deemphasizes the invention of writing as a turning point, viewing it as simply one more phase in the evolution of social complexity and as the result of specific social, economic, and political factors.With a unique combination of material culture analysis written data, Nissan traces the emergence of the earliest isolated settlements, the growth of a network of towns, the emergence of city states, and finally the appearance of territorial states. From his synthesis of the prehistoric and literate periods comes a unified picture of the development of Mesopotamian economy, society, and culture. Lavishly illustrated, The Early History of the Ancient Near East, 90002000 B.C. is an authoritative work by one of the most insightful observers of the evolution and character of Mesopotamian civilization.
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This book dives deep into the early history of the ancient Near East between 900-2000 B.C. I found the detailed descriptions and narratives really engaging. Perfect for anyone interested in archaeology or ancient civilizations!
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David Chen
Good content, but a bit dense
While I appreciate the depth of information in this book, the writing can be a little dense at times. It offers a lot of detail about the period, but I sometimes wished for a more straightforward approach. Still, it's a solid resource for scholars and enthusiasts.
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Lara Patel
Not quite what I expected
I ordered this book thinking it would be more accessible for casual readers. Unfortunately, it feels more like a textbook. It arrived in good condition, but I just struggled to get into the material. Might be better suited for academic audiences.
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