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The Hittites

By A. H. Sayce
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The work reconstructs the history and culture of an ancient Anatolian people by bringing together archaeological finds, inscriptions and references in Near Eastern and biblical texts. It outlines their political reach and decline, surveys surviving monuments and sculptural art, and discusses religious beliefs, urban centres and economic activities. Attention is given to their peculiar hieroglyphic inscriptions and the decipherment challenges they pose, while emphasizing how comparative study of Egyptian, Assyrian and local material has revived knowledge of their language, institutions and trade.

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A. H. Sayce

A. H. Sayce was a prominent British Assyriologist and linguist known for his extensive contributions to the understanding of ancient Near Eastern cultures. His works, such as "A Primer of Assyriology" and "Assyria," reflect his deep engagement with the languages and histories of ancient civilizations, particularly the Assyrians and Babylonians. Sayce's scholarship also explored the connections between these ancient societies and the early history of the Hebrews, as seen in his book "Early Israel and the Surrounding Nations." His research has significantly influenced the field of archaeology and the study of ancient texts, making him a key figure in the academic exploration of ancient Mesopotamia.

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