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Old Babylonian Contracts (Classic Reprint)

Edward Chiera

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Description:This book unveils a fascinating collection of Sumerian contract literature from the Isin, Larsa, and Babylon Dynasties, alongside a few Cassite texts. These contracts offer an unprecedented glimpse into the legal framework and everyday life of ancient Mesopotamia. The author has meticulously transcribed and translated the original texts, providing accessible interpretations of each document, ranging from commercial transactions and property disputes to inheritances and marriage agreements. These contracts reveal the social, economic, and personal relationships that shaped Mesopotamian society. By analyzing the legal language and social customs presented in the contracts, the author sheds light on the development of Mesopotamian law and the evolving nature of property rights, family structures, and economic practices. This book contributes to our understanding of the complex and sophisticated legal system that governed one of the world's oldest civilizations.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Old Babylonian Contracts (Classic Reprint). To get started finding Old Babylonian Contracts (Classic Reprint), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: This book unveils a fascinating collection of Sumerian contract literature from the Isin, Larsa, and Babylon Dynasties, alongside a few Cassite texts. These contracts offer an unprecedented glimpse into the legal framework and everyday life of ancient Mesopotamia. The author has meticulously transcribed and translated the original texts, providing accessible interpretations of each document, ranging from commercial transactions and property disputes to inheritances and marriage agreements. These contracts reveal the social, economic, and personal relationships that shaped Mesopotamian society. By analyzing the legal language and social customs presented in the contracts, the author sheds light on the development of Mesopotamian law and the evolving nature of property rights, family structures, and economic practices. This book contributes to our understanding of the complex and sophisticated legal system that governed one of the world's oldest civilizations.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Old Babylonian Contracts (Classic Reprint). To get started finding Old Babylonian Contracts (Classic Reprint), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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