Nippur
Narrated by Kenneth Ray
- Released
- April 24, 2017
- Length
- 1 hr 16 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Charles River Editors
This audiobook explores the ancient civilization of the Sumerians, whose remains have been hidden beneath the sands of southern Iraq for nearly 5,000 years. It highlights their groundbreaking contributions to human history, including the invention of writing, cities, and education, which laid the foundation for later Mesopotamian cultures. Despite their pivotal role in the development of civilization, their achievements are often overshadowed by their more famous successors. The narrative sheds light on the Sumerians’ lasting legacy and significance.
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