In The Temple Of Bel At Nippur: A Lecture Delivered Before German Court And University Circles (1904)

By Hermann Vollrat Hilprecht

Book Overview

In The Temple Of Bel At Nippur is a book written by H. V. Hilprecht, first published in 1904. It is a lecture that the author delivered before German court and university circles. The book is about the ancient city of Nippur and its temple of Bel, which was dedicated to the god of the same name. Hilprecht describes the temple's architecture, layout, and the various artifacts that were found in its ruins. He also discusses the history of the city of Nippur and its significance in ancient Mesopotamia. The book is an important contribution to the study of ancient Near Eastern history and archaeology. It provides a detailed account of the temple of Bel and its role in the religious and cultural life of the people of Nippur. The book is written in a scholarly style, with extensive footnotes and references to primary sources. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and archaeology of ancient Mesopotamia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120202892
• ISBN13: 9781120202895
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"