JOURNAL ARTICLE

ROYAL BIBLIOPHILE.

  • Published In: Archaeology, 2024, v. 77, n. 4. P. 40 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: URBANUS, JASON 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the discovery of a library in the ruins of a Neo-Assyrian palace in Nineveh, northern Iraq. The library, assembled by King Ashurbanipal, contains thousands of clay tablets inscribed with cuneiform writing. The tablets cover a wide range of topics, including literature, astronomy, warfare, and divination. Among the tablets is the Nineveh Medical Encyclopaedia, the oldest known medical handbook, which provides instructions for treating various ailments using natural and supernatural remedies. Despite the significance of the library, the majority of the tablets remain untranslated, presenting a challenge for researchers. However, advancements in imaging technology and artificial intelligence are expected to expedite the translation process in the future. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Archaeology. 2024/07, Vol. 77, Issue 4, p40
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0003-8113
  • Accession Number:177529902
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