Authority and Law in the Ancient Orient

By John Albert Wilson and E. A. Speiser

Book Overview

Authority And Law In The Ancient Orient is a scholarly book written by John Albert Wilson. The book explores the concept of authority and law in the ancient civilizations of the Middle East, such as Babylon, Egypt, and Israel. Wilson examines the various sources of authority in these societies, including religious, political, and familial sources. He also delves into the legal systems of these civilizations, analyzing the role of law in maintaining social order and resolving disputes. The book provides a detailed historical account of the development of authority and law in the ancient Near East, and offers insights into the cultural and social norms that shaped these concepts. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of ancient history, law, and anthropology.Additional Authors Include I. Mendelsohn, Daniel H. H. Ingalls And Derk Bodde. Edited By Henry M. Hoenigswald. Supplement To The Journal Of The American Oriental Society, Number 17, July-September 1954.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1258638525
• ISBN13: 9781258638528
• Release Date: March 2013
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"