Publisher's Synopsis
""First Steps in Assyrian"" is a comprehensive guidebook designed for beginners to learn the ancient Assyrian language. The book presents a series of historical, mythological, religious, magical, epistolary, and other texts printed in cuneiform characters. The author, Leonard William King, provides detailed explanations and translations of each text, making it easy for readers to understand and learn the language. The book covers the basics of Assyrian grammar and vocabulary, as well as the culture and history of the Assyrian people. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in studying the ancient Assyrian language and culture.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.
