Cultural Atlas of Mesopotamia and the Ancient Near East

by Michael Roaf

Overview

This sumptuously illustrated atlas re-creates "the cradle of civilization" through a brilliant integration of text, maps, and illustrations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780816022182
Publisher:	Facts on File, Incorporated
Publication date:	10/28/1990
Series:	Cultural Atlas Series
Pages:	223
Product dimensions:	9.44(w) x 12.08(h) x 0.84(d)

Editorial Reviews

YA-- A beautiful, well-researched, informative study of the geography, history, archaeology, and anthropology of Mesopotamia and the Near East. Divided into ``Villages,'' ``Cities,'' and ``Empires,'' the book is an excellent survey of this ancient region of the world. At intervals throughout the book, special topics and archaeological sites are featured, described, and illustrated. Some of the topics include the origin of writing, ivory carving, and Mesopotamian warfare. Jericho, Babylon, and Ur are among many archaeological sites that are given detailed explanations. Excellent full-page maps and a wealth of full- color illustrations add to the reference value.-- Nancy Bard, Jefferson Sci-Tech, Alexandria, VA

School Library Journal - School Library Journal

Fifty original four-color maps and 300 photographs (two-thirds in color) complement a lucid and serious, but non-specialized text that examines key aspects and phases in the development of "the cradle of civilization" from prehistory to 330 B.C. Includes a glossary, chronological table, and gazetteer, as well as bibliography and index. A splendid job. 91/2x12". Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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