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Fertile Crescent Pathfinder Art and Literature Internet History Sourcebook Great source for early literature including Epic of Gilgamesh, Sumerian mythology, creation myths from Sumeria and Babylonia, proverbs, the legend of Sargon, Hittite mythology, and other links to religion sources. Cuneiform Writing System th The Cuneiform script, created by the Sumerians in the late 4 millennium BC, is one of the earliest known forms of written expression. Ancient Near East Hammurabi’s Code of Laws, Biblical texts, and the Epic of Gilgamesh. Ancient Near Eastern Art A good introduction to Ancient Near East art from the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s permanent collection. Excellent graphics with descriptions of sculptures, examples of relief, and other artifacts. Virtual Tour of the Oriental Institute’s Museum View Assyrian and Mesopotamian art as if you were actually at the museum. Government and Politics Code of Hammurabi Commentary and text from Ancient History Sourcebook. A Collection of Mesopotamian Laws Laws governing private as well as public and political life were written up in Mesopotamia as early as 2250 B.C. These are some phrases of early law and procedure. General History What is Archeology? Simple definitions and examples of famous archeologists and digs. Introduction to the Fertile Crescent A simple page introducing the civilizations of the Fertile Crescent. The Fertile Crescent and Early Mesopotamian Astronomy This site gives the history of the Fertile Crescent and an explanation of early Mesopotamian astronomy. The Fertile Crescent Timeline with specific discussions about Sumer, Babylon, Assyria and Persia. Near East Includes simple, brief pages on People, Daily Life, Mythology, Death & Burial, Writing, Archaeology. Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Includes information on the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. Brief History of the Assyrians Includes geography, history, language, religion, and maps. Ancient Babylonia – History of Babylonia Learn about this ancient city, its literature, religion, law and justice, King and State, economy nad social structure, science, archeology, and Biblical history. Sumer – the Birthplace for the First Civilization Besides giving the history of Sumer, this site includes information on its society and economy, culture and science, language, and religion. Catalhoyuk – Archaeological Site An interactive website on Catalhoyuk—an ancient city in Turkey. Learn about the excavations and artifacts found there. You can even take a virtual tour of this ancient city. Daily Life Costumes of the Ancient Near East Scroll down to Plates #2 and #3 to see colored illustrations of ancient costumes. Women in Mesopotamia Some interesting facts about women’s lives in the Ancient Near East. Swords, Armor, and Stones Not an easy read, but a good article on the use of metals and artifacts of the Hittite Civilization. Ziggurats A brief explanation of Ziggurats and their purpose in Ancient Sumeria. Medicine in Ancient Mesopotamia Information on medicine in Mesopotamia—including explanations of the three types of medical practitioners. Ancient Near East Music and Instruments Listen to samples of songs and hear musical instruments that ancients may have listened to.
