The Reports of the Magicians and Astrologers of Nineveh and Babylon in the British Museum V2 - Hardcover

by R. Campbell Thompson (Author)

The Reports of the Magicians and Astrologers of Nineveh and Babylon in the British Museum V2 is a book written by R. Campbell Thompson. This book is a compilation of ancient texts that were discovered in the ruins of Nineveh and Babylon, which were once great cities in Mesopotamia. The texts were written by magicians and astrologers who lived in these cities thousands of years ago. The book is divided into two volumes, with this being the second volume. It contains translations of the texts that were found on cuneiform tablets, which were used by the people of Nineveh and Babylon to record their knowledge and beliefs. The texts cover a wide range of topics, including divination, omens, magic, and astrology. The book provides insight into the beliefs and practices of the ancient Mesopotamians, who were among the first civilizations to develop writing, mathematics, and astronomy. The texts offer a glimpse into their worldview, which was heavily influenced by their religion and their belief in the power of the gods. Overall, The Reports of the Magicians and Astrologers of Nineveh and Babylon in the British Museum V2 is a fascinating look into the ancient world, and it is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Mesopotamia, magic, astrology, or ancient religions.1900. Volume II on the Omen astrology of the Babylonians.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.