The Phonetic Values of the Cuneiform Characters, written by George Smith and published in 1871, is a comprehensive guide to the phonetic values of the cuneiform characters used in ancient Mesopotamia. The book provides a detailed analysis of the pronunciation of the characters and their corresponding sounds, as well as their usage in various texts and inscriptions. Smith draws on his extensive knowledge of cuneiform writing and his experience as a translator to offer a thorough and insightful examination of this ancient writing system. The book is an invaluable resource for scholars and students of ancient Mesopotamian history and culture, as well as anyone interested in the origins of writing and language.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.