Babylonian Cities (1883)

Babylonian Cities is a historical book written by Hormuzd Rassam in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive account of the ancient cities of Babylon, Nineveh, and other significant cities of Mesopotamia. Rassam, who was a native of Mosul and an Assyrian Christian, was an explorer, archaeologist, and diplomat who had a deep interest in the history and culture of the ancient Near East.The book covers the history, geography, architecture, and culture of the Babylonian cities, including their religious practices, social structures, and political systems. Rassam draws on his own experiences and observations as well as on historical accounts and archaeological findings to provide an in-depth analysis of these cities.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of the Babylonian cities. The first chapter provides an overview of the geography and history of Mesopotamia, while the subsequent chapters delve into the history and culture of Babylon, Nineveh, and other cities. Rassam also includes detailed descriptions of the temples, palaces, and other significant structures of these cities.Babylonian Cities is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the ancient Near East. It provides a fascinating insight into the lives of the people who lived in these cities and sheds light on their achievements and contributions to human civilization.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.