A History of the Ancient Near East, ca. 3000-323 BC (Blackwell History of the Ancient World)

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