Description
Book Synopsis: This work presents full translations of more than 50 documents from the files of the "foreign office" of the Hittite Empire: 21 treaties, 18 diplomatic letters, and 18 royal edicts and miscellaneous records concerning the relations of the Hittites with their Anatolian and Syrian vassals, as well as with other great powers such as Egypt, Assyria, and Babylonia. Originally composed in Hittite or in the Akkadian lingua franca of the day, many of these texts have never before appeared in English. A short introduction places each document in its historical and cultural context, and a general essay acquaints the reader with the diplomatic practice of the Late Bronze Age. This collection of documents will be a major source book for historians of the Ancient Near East and for students of cuneiform and Biblical law. It will also prove useful for those investigating the relationship between Biblical covenant theology and its possible antecedents in older Near Eastern treaty patterns.
Details
Discover the secrets of ancient diplomacy with Hittite Diplomatic Texts, Second Edition. This must-have book offers full translations of over 50 documents from the "foreign office" of the Hittite Empire. Immerse yourself in the world of treaties, diplomatic letters, and royal edicts as you explore the relations between the Hittites and their vassals, as well as other great powers like Egypt, Assyria, and Babylonia.
Unveiling texts that have never before been available in English, this edition provides a unique opportunity to delve into the rich history of the Hittite civilization. Each document is accompanied by a short introduction, allowing you to understand its historical and cultural significance. Additionally, a comprehensive essay sheds light on the diplomatic practices of the Late Bronze Age, providing invaluable insights for historians and students alike.
Whether you're a scholar, a cuneiform enthusiast, or a researcher studying Biblical law, this collection of ancient texts will be an essential resource. Gain a deeper understanding of the Ancient Near East and uncover potential connections between Biblical covenant theology and earlier treaty patterns found in the Near East. Expand your knowledge and broaden your horizons with Hittite Diplomatic Texts, Second Edition.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to explore the fascinating world of ancient diplomacy. Get your copy of Hittite Diplomatic Texts, Second Edition today!
Discover More Best Sellers in Legal History
Shop Legal History
Escaping Salem: The Other Witch Hunt of 1692 (New Narratives in American History)
Legal History - Escaping Salem: The Other Witch Hunt of 1692 (New Narratives in American History)
Legal History - Memory and Authority: The Uses of History in Constitutional Interpretation (Yale Law Library Series in Legal History and Reference)
Fighting Faiths: The Abrams Case, The Supreme Court, and Free Speech (Cornell Paperbacks)
Legal History - Fighting Faiths: The Abrams Case, The Supreme Court, and Free Speech (Cornell Paperbacks)
America's Jeffersonian Experiment: Remaking State Constitutions, 1820–1850
Legal History - America's Jeffersonian Experiment: Remaking State Constitutions, 1820–1850
The Good Girls Revolt: How the Women of Newsweek Sued their Bosses and Changed the Workplace
Legal History - The Good Girls Revolt: How the Women of Newsweek Sued their Bosses and Changed the Workplace
Religion, Race, Rights: Landmarks in the History of Modern Anglo-American Law
Legal History - Religion, Race, Rights: Landmarks in the History of Modern Anglo-American Law
Comparative Law and Legal Traditions: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives
Legal History - Comparative Law and Legal Traditions: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives
