"The Archæology of the Cuneiform Inscriptions" by A. H. Sayce is an investigation into the world of cuneiform inscriptions, written long ago. The book discusses the methods used to read these ancient symbols, the importance of archaeological discoveries in the Near East, and how they've changed our understanding of old civilizations like Babylonia and Assyria. The book starts by talking about the difficulties faced by the first people who tried to understand cuneiform, describing their work as an exciting journey of discovery. Sayce explains the history of cuneiform writing, following its development and the teamwork of many experts to unlock its meaning, despite wrong ideas about where it came from. The book highlights how these finds have greatly improved our knowledge of ancient cultures and shown how different civilizations in the Near East were connected, making readers want to learn more about the methods and results of this exciting area of archaeology.
The archæology of the cuneiform inscriptions
By A. H. (Archibald Henry) Sayce
Embark on a thrilling quest to unlock the secrets of ancient civilizations through the decipherment of mysterious cuneiform inscriptions.
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About the AuthorArchibald Henry Sayce FRAS was a pioneer British Assyriologist and linguist, who held a chair as Professor of Assyriology at the University of Oxford from 1891 to 1919. He was able to write in at least twenty ancient and modern languages, and was known for his emphasis on the importance of archaeological and monumental evidence in linguistic research. He was a contributor to articles in the 9th, 10th and 11th editions of the Encyclopædia Britannica.
Archibald Henry Sayce FRAS was a pioneer British Assyriologist and linguist, who held a chair as Professor of Assyriology at the University of Oxford from 1891 to 1919. He was able to write in at least twenty ancient and modern languages, and was known for his emphasis on the importance of archaeological and monumental evidence in linguistic research. He was a contributor to articles in the 9th, 10th and 11th editions of the Encyclopædia Britannica.
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