Sargon of Assyria

Sargon of Assyria: The Warrior and Builder is a historical book written by the renowned Egyptologist, Gaston Maspero. The book provides a detailed account of the life and achievements of Sargon, the founder of the Akkadian Empire, who ruled over Mesopotamia during the 24th century BC. The book begins with an introduction to the history and culture of Mesopotamia, which sets the stage for the emergence of Sargon as a powerful ruler. It then delves into the early life of Sargon, who was born as an illegitimate son of a priestess and was abandoned as a baby. The book describes how he was found and raised by a gardener, and how he rose to power through his military skills and political acumen.The book details Sargon's numerous military campaigns, including his conquest of Sumer and Akkad, and his battles against the Elamites and the Gutians. It also highlights his achievements as a builder, including the construction of the city of Akkad, which became the capital of his empire.Throughout the book, Maspero provides insights into the political and social structures of ancient Mesopotamia, as well as the religious beliefs and practices of the time. He also explores the impact of Sargon's rule on the region, and how his legacy continued to influence the politics and culture of Mesopotamia for centuries to come.Overall, Sargon of Assyria: The Warrior and Builder is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most significant figures in ancient Mesopotamian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the region, as well as those interested in the life and achievements of this remarkable ruler.THIS 84 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: History of Egypt Part 7, by G. Maspero. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766135101.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.