This book presents new translations of Mesopotamian and ancient Near Eastern historiographic texts, providing the reader with the primary sources for the history of the ancient Near East.<br><ul><br><li>A primary source book presenting new translations of Mesopotamian and ancient Near Eastern historiographic texts, and other related materials. <br><li>Helps readers to understand the historical context of the Near East. <br><li>Covers the period from the earliest historical and literary texts (c.2700 B.C.) to the latest Hellenistic historians who comment on ancient Near Eastern history (c.250 B.C.) <br><li>Texts range from the code of Hammurabi to the Assyrian royal inscriptions. <br><li>A detailed commentary is provided on each text, placing it in its historical and cultural context. <br><li>Maps, illustrations and a chronological table help to orientate the reader.</li></ul>