Chaldeo-Babylonian Civilization

Chaldeo-Babylonian Civilization

Parish B. Ladd / Parish BLadd

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104079772
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Chaldeo-Babylonian Civilization: Legends Of Creation, Flood, Etc., Tablet Inscriptions, History, Literature, Religion, Etc. (1904) is a book written by Parish B. Ladd that provides a comprehensive overview of the ancient civilization of Chaldea and Babylon. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the legends of creation and the flood, tablet inscriptions, history, literature, religion, and more.The author begins by describing the geography and climate of the region, as well as the various peoples who inhabited it. He then delves into the mythology of the Chaldeans and Babylonians, discussing their creation stories, the epic of Gilgamesh, and other important legends.The book also provides a detailed account of the history of the region, from the rise of the Sumerian civilization to the conquest of Babylon by the Persians. The author discusses the political, social, and economic systems of the Chaldeans and Babylonians, as well as their achievements in science, art, and architecture.In addition, the book explores the religious beliefs and practices of the Chaldeans and Babylonians, including their worship of various gods and goddesses, their use of divination and magic, and their beliefs about the afterlife.Throughout the book, the author draws on a variety of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological discoveries, and scholarly research. The result is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the world’s most fascinating ancient civilizations.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.

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