The Ancient Near East: A History by William Kelly Simpson and William W. Hallo

The Ancient Near East: A History by William Kelly Simpson and William W. Hallo — A history of the ancient Near East, the early civilisations of Mesopotamia, Egypt and their neighbours.

This book offers readers a fuller understanding of its subject, setting events, ideas and people in their wider historical context. It will appeal to readers who want more than a brief outline: a serious, readable account that explains how and why things happened, and what they meant for the people and societies involved.

Key themes include:

• The first cities and states
• Empires of the ancient Near East
• Culture, religion and daily life in the ancient world

Who should read this book: history readers, students, and anyone interested in this period or subject who wants a clear and substantial introduction, as well as readers building a serious history collection.

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