Babylonians by H. W. F. Saggs

Babylonians by H. W. F. Saggs introduces the civilisation of ancient Babylon, the great Mesopotamian city whose name has become a byword for splendour and power.

The book surveys Babylonian history, religion, law, literature and science, from the early dynasties through Hammurabi to the city's fall, showing how Babylonian achievements in writing, astronomy and administration shaped the ancient Near East. It is a clear, accessible guide to one of the oldest civilisations in the world.

Key themes readers will explore:

• The history of Babylon from its origins to its fall
• Babylonian religion, myth and literature
• Law, administration and daily life in ancient Mesopotamia
• Babylonian science, astronomy and mathematics
• Babylon's legacy to later civilisations

Who should read this book: Readers interested in ancient Mesopotamia and the ancient Near East, students of early civilisations, and anyone curious about the world behind the legend of Babylon.

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