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3000–2000 BC

← Back to All Books 3000–2000 BC This bookshelf gathers key texts and studies connected to the ancient Near East, Sumer, Egypt, and early religious traditions from 3000 to 2000 BC. These works introduce visitors to some of the earliest known civilizations, including Sumerian history and culture, the Gilgamesh tradition, ancient Near Eastern texts, world scripture, and Egyptian pyramid inscriptions. Together, they pro

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1939

The Bible of the World

Robert O. Ballou, editor

1949

The Gilgamesh Epic and Old Testament Parallels

Alexander Heidel

1958

History Begins at Sumer

Samuel Noah Kramer

1963

The Sumerians: Their History, Culture, and Character

Samuel Noah Kramer

1952

The Pyramid Texts

Samuel A. B. Mercer, translator

1950

Ancient Near Eastern Texts Relating to the Old Testament

James Bennet Pritchard, editor