Lost Libraries of Assyria - Carmichael, Aj
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For thousands of years, the royal cities of Nineveh, Nimrud, and Ashur guarded one of humanity's greatest achievements-the first true libraries. Buried beneath the sands of Mesopotamia lay tens of thousands of clay tablets containing epic poetry, science, astronomy, medicine, war records, omens, and royal letters. These were not random archives, but carefully curated collections-catalogued, labeled, and preserved under the command of kings like Ashurbanipal, who believed that knowledge was power, memory was immortality, and writing was sacred. Lost Libraries of Assyria brings to life the…mehr

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For thousands of years, the royal cities of Nineveh, Nimrud, and Ashur guarded one of humanity's greatest achievements-the first true libraries. Buried beneath the sands of Mesopotamia lay tens of thousands of clay tablets containing epic poetry, science, astronomy, medicine, war records, omens, and royal letters. These were not random archives, but carefully curated collections-catalogued, labeled, and preserved under the command of kings like Ashurbanipal, who believed that knowledge was power, memory was immortality, and writing was sacred. Lost Libraries of Assyria brings to life the world's first librarians, scribes, and scholars, and reveals how their work shaped the foundations of history, literature, and civilization itself. Centuries later, war and destruction silenced those libraries-until fearless explorers and archaeologists of the 19th century uncovered palace walls, winged bulls, and rooms filled with broken tablets. Out of those fragments emerged the Epic of Gilgamesh, the Flood Story predating the Bible, and the earliest scientific observations of the stars. Today, with digital scans, satellite imaging, and AI reconstruction, the lost libraries continue to rise once more. This book is a journey into their creation, disappearance, rediscovery, and resurrection-a story of empires that fell, words that survived, and the ancient people who believed that writing could defy time itself.
Autorenporträt
A.J.¿Carmichael is a renowned author and explorer noted for his expertise in ancient history, ancient mysteries, and adventure. He is passionately committed to uncovering the secrets of past cultures. From a young age, he became fascinated by the ancient Egyptians and their mysterious pyramids. As he matured, his interest in ancient history deepened, and he immersed himself in the cultures and customs of civilizations long gone. After completing his studies, A.J. set out to explore the ancient world firsthand-travelling extensively to Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome to study ruins and artifacts left behind by ancient peoples. Along the way, he made several exciting discoveries. He has published multiple bestselling books on ancient history and mysteries, including his renowned Ancient Worlds and Civilizations series, which have earned him international recognition and established him as a leading voice in popular historical writing. A.J. continues to travel the world in pursuit of new discoveries and adventures. His love for ancient history and sense of adventure have taken him to some of the world's most remote and exotic locations. His work continues to inspire and engage readers globally. Through his combination of knowledge, field experience, and passion, A.J. Carmichael brings past civilizations to life for countless history enthusiasts.