A History of the Ancient Near East, ca. 3000-323 BC
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Incorporating the latest scholarly research, the third edition of A History of the Ancient Near East ca. 3000-323 BC presents a comprehensive overview of the multicultural civilizations of the ancient Near East. * Integrates the most up-to-date research, and includes a richer selection of supplementary materials * Addresses the wide variety of political, social, and cultural developments in the ancient Near East * Updated features include new "Key Debate" boxes at the end of each chapter to engage students with various perspectives on a range of critical issues; a comprehensive timeline of events; and 46 new illustrations, including 12 color photos * Features a new chapter addressing governance and continuity in the region during the Persian Empire * Offers in-depth, accessible discussions of key texts and sources, including the Bible and the Epic of Gilgamesh