The Might That Was Assyria (Great Civilization Series)

xii, 340 pp. 8vo. A historical account of the neo-Assyrian empire, by the professor of semitic languages at University College, Cardiff, who dedicated many years of his professional career to studying this culture. Assyrian imperialism is notable as the background against which Old Testament prophets preached, controlled most of the Near East, and unified the culture of the region in a way that facilitated the spread of western religions. Saggs examines the origins, geographical circumstances, agricultural situation, trade routes, and military might of Assyria, and also describes the style of dress, marital customs, religious beliefs, medical treatments, and mystical traditions of Assyrian society. Reproductions of Assyrian artwork throughout.