Publisher's Synopsis
A meticulous scholarly edition of cuneiform texts from the reign of Sargon II, King of Assyria (722-705 BCE). This volume, originally published in 1883, presents a comprehensive collection of inscriptions, meticulously transcribed, translated, and explained. Edited and translated by David Gordon Lyon, a renowned scholar of Assyriology, the work offers invaluable insights into the political, religious, and cultural landscape of the Neo-Assyrian Empire. The book makes available primary source material essential for understanding Sargon's reign and its significance in the broader context of ancient Near Eastern history and the study of the Akkadian language. "Keilschrifttexte Sargon's Königs von Assyrien" remains a cornerstone for researchers and students delving into the rich textual heritage of ancient Mesopotamia.
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