Publisher's Synopsis
Babylonian and Assyrian Laws, Contracts and Letters is a book written by C. H. W. Johns that provides an in-depth insight into the legal and administrative systems of Babylon and Assyria. The book explores the codes of law, contracts, and letters that were used in these ancient civilizations, providing a detailed analysis of their social, economic, and political structures.The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Babylonian and Assyrian law. The first section provides an overview of the legal system, discussing the different types of laws that existed and how they were enforced. The second section focuses on contracts, providing examples of different types of agreements and how they were structured. The third section delves into the letters that were exchanged between individuals and government officials, providing insight into the day-to-day workings of Babylonian and Assyrian society.Throughout the book, Johns uses primary sources to illustrate his points, including translations of legal codes, contracts, and letters. He also provides historical context, discussing the political and social factors that influenced the development of Babylonian and Assyrian law.Overall, Babylonian and Assyrian Laws, Contracts and Letters is a comprehensive guide to the legal and administrative systems of these ancient civilizations, providing valuable insights into their culture and society.1904. Contents: The Earliest Babylonian Law; The Code of Hammurabi; Later Babylonian Law; The Social Organization of the Ancient Babylonian State; Judges, Law-Courts, and Legal Processes; Legal Decisions; Public Rights; Criminal Law; The Family Organization; Courtship and Marriage; Divorce and Desertion; Rights of Widows; Obligations and Rights of Children; The Education and Early Life of Children; Adoption; Rights of Inheritance; Slavery; Land Tenure in Babylonia; The Army, Corvee, and other Claims for Personal Service; The Functions and Organization of the Temple; and Donations and Bequests; Sales; Loans and Deposits; Pledges and Guarantees; Wages of Hired Laborers; Lease of Property; The Laws of Trade; Partnership and Power of Attorney; Accounts and Business Documents; and Babylonian and Assyrian Letters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
