A History of Sumer and Akkad An account of the early races of Babylonia from prehistoric times to the foundation of the Babylonian monarchy

"A History of Sumer and Akkad" by L. W. King is a comprehensive exploration of ancient Mesopotamian civilizations. It charts the journey of Sumer and Akkad from their prehistoric roots to the dawn of the Babylonian monarchy. Drawing upon archaeological findings, the book reconstructs the culture, societal structures, and conflicts that defined these early societies, illustrating their civilizational progress and widespread impact on neighboring regions. Setting the stage with an overview of recent archaeological breakthroughs, the author brings to light the early origins of the Sumerians. It describes some of the the geographical context of Sumer and Akkad, and the complex social systems of the early city-states that were present before the Babylonian Empire rose to power.