Cuneiform Series, Vol. II: Inscriptions from from Adab [The University of Chicago - Oriental Institute Publications, Volume XIV]
by Luckenbill, Daniel David
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- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- vg
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Chicago: The Chicago University Press, 1930. First edition. Hardcover. vg. Folio (12 x 9 1/4"). ix, [1], 8pp (Text), 87 leaves (Plates). Original half blue over light green cloth, with gold lettering to spine.
"The earliest excavation conducted by the University of Chicago in Mesopotamia resulted in the acquisition by the Oriental Institute Museum of many early tablets and inscribed bowl fragments. These texts contribute to our knowledge of ancient business methods and of the varied forms of early cuneiform characters. This volume contains facsimile copies of these inscriptions." (From the Publishers).
Ex-library copy, with reference sticker at upper front joint and tail of spine, stamp at top and bottom paper edges. Bookplate on inside of front cover and pocket at verso of back cover. Binding and interior in overall very good condition.
"The earliest excavation conducted by the University of Chicago in Mesopotamia resulted in the acquisition by the Oriental Institute Museum of many early tablets and inscribed bowl fragments. These texts contribute to our knowledge of ancient business methods and of the varied forms of early cuneiform characters. This volume contains facsimile copies of these inscriptions." (From the Publishers).
Ex-library copy, with reference sticker at upper front joint and tail of spine, stamp at top and bottom paper edges. Bookplate on inside of front cover and pocket at verso of back cover. Binding and interior in overall very good condition.
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- Eric Chaim Kline - Bookseller
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- Seller's Inventory #
- 46658
- Title
- Cuneiform Series, Vol. II: Inscriptions from from Adab [The University of Chicago - Oriental Institute Publications, Volume XIV]
- Author
- Luckenbill, Daniel David
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - vg
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition
- Publisher
- The Chicago University Press
- Place of Publication
- Chicago
- Date Published
- 1930
- Keywords
- Life, business in ancient Egypt, excavations, Adab, Mesopotamina culture, linguistics
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