Publisher's Synopsis
Recent Research In Bible Lands: Its Progress And Results is a book written by Hermann Vollrat Hilprecht in 1896. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the latest research and discoveries in the field of biblical archaeology and history. It covers topics such as the excavation of ancient sites in Palestine, the discovery of ancient manuscripts and inscriptions, and the study of ancient languages and cultures. Hilprecht, a renowned German-American archaeologist and Assyriologist, draws on his extensive experience in the field to provide a detailed account of the progress that has been made in understanding the history and culture of the ancient Near East. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of biblical research. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of biblical archaeology, from its early beginnings in the 19th century to the latest discoveries of the time. The following chapters delve into specific topics, such as the excavation of the city of Babylon, the decipherment of cuneiform writing, and the study of ancient Hebrew and Aramaic. Throughout the book, Hilprecht emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary research and collaboration between scholars from different fields. He also highlights the role of technology in advancing the field of biblical research, particularly in the area of archaeological excavation and analysis. Overall, Recent Research In Bible Lands: Its Progress And Results is a valuable resource for scholars and students of biblical archaeology and history. It provides a comprehensive overview of the latest research and discoveries in the field, and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.Authors Include James Frederick McCurdy, Frederick Jones Bliss, A. H. Sayce, Fritz Hommel, William Hayes Ward, J. P. Mahaffy, And W. M. Ramsay.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.
