Kiraz Classic Archaeological Reprints
1 primary work • 3 total works
Book 14
Report of the 1900 excavations of Abydos, which discovered some of the oldest Egyptian artwork
This is John Garstang's classic account of the excavations in northern Syria and Asia Minor that revealed the forgotten empire and civilization of the Hittites; extended the scope of archaeology beyond Egypt and Babylon; and offered supporting evidence for historical references in the Old Testament. The book begins with a brief geographical survey of the Hittite lands and an outline of their history from early times to the era of the Seljuk Turks. It then presents the known Hittite monuments by location, and gives a detailed description of the ancient Hittite city of Boghas-keui and of Hittite walled towns and palaces of the region. Finally, it draws upon the material culture of these discoveries to construct a history of the Hittites including their rulers, conquests and civilization, religion, organization, architecture, art and the position of women. Garstang also considers changes in religious and decorative art, Semitic influence and the fall of the Hittites, covering in all the period from 200 BC to 712 BC.
