The Early History of the Ancient Near East, 9000-2000 B.C.

Discover the fascinating world of the ancient Near East with "The Early History of the Ancient Near East, 9000-2000 B.C." In this captivating book, Hans J. Nissen takes you on a journey spanning over 7000 years of development in this historically significant region. Unlike traditional approaches, Nissen offers a fresh perspective by bridging the gap between prehistoric and historic periods. By deconstructing the conventional narrative, Nissen provides a holistic understanding of the actual development of Mesopotamian civilization.

What sets "The Early History of the Ancient Near East, 9000-2000 B.C." apart is Nissen's dynamic outlook, which downplays the invention of writing as a single defining moment. Instead, he reveals writing as an integral part of a larger evolutionary process, influenced by various social, economic, and political forces. Through meticulous analysis of material culture and written records, Nissen paints a rich and vivid picture of the early isolated settlements, the growth of towns, the rise of city-states, and ultimately, the emergence of territorial states.

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