History, Texts and Art in Early Babylonia

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Focusing on the history of third millennium BCE Babylonia, the essays delve into the interplay between ancient historical and literary sources and art. Piotr Steinkeller examines how these materials can provide modern historians with insights into the ancient understanding of history, aiming to create a comprehensive picture rather than a strictly reliable record. The work reflects decades of scholarship, highlighting the significance of both written and visual artifacts in reconstructing the past.