Thorkild Jacobsen Knihy

" ... No one can plausibly deny that the religious development of the peoples of Canaan (and indeed of all the ancient world around the eastern Mediterranean to the Indus river) were affected by the cultural and religious developments in Mesopotamia, the centre of the region, and a fertile region second to none known in the world, on a par with the Nile, around which another major civilization arose. This is a text of history of Mesopotamia in its own right. By the time history gets back this far, the lines become very blurred, rather like parallel lines intersecting on the horizon. Literature, religion, archaeology, sociology, psychology -- all of these disciplines become intertwined in Jacobsen's text as he looks at Sumerian society. The book is organized with an introduction, then according to time divisions of fourth, third, and second millennia, then concludes with an epilogue into the first millennium, during which the Bible as we know it (and most ancient history such as is commonly known occurred) came to be"--Amazon.com.

Exploring Mesopotamian history and culture, this collection of essays delves into the significance of Tammuz, a key figure in ancient mythology. The work examines various aspects of Mesopotamian civilization, including religious practices, artistic expressions, and social structures. Through scholarly analysis, it highlights the complexities and richness of a culture that laid the foundation for many aspects of modern society. Each essay offers insights into the interplay between mythology and historical context, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts of ancient history.