{"product_id":"basics-of-akkadian-a-grammar-workbook-and-glossary-9780310134596","title":"Basics of Akkadian: A Grammar, Workbook, and Glossary","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eBasics of Akkadian: A Complete Grammar, Workbook, and Lexicon provides students with essential tools to quickly grasp the Akkadian language and move into translation. It is designed around the Laws of Hammurabi and includes explanations of grammatical points, signs, vocabulary, and exercises. Appendices include major paradigms, a list of cuneiform signs, an alphabetical list of V, CV, and VC cuneiform signs, and a complete Akkadian glossary. It is designed for classroom use as well as the independent learner. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 368 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 08 December 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Zondervan\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBasics of Akkadian: A Complete Grammar, Workbook, and Lexicon, by Gordon P. Hugenberger with Nancy L. Erickson, is a comprehensive one-semester introductory textbook to the Akkadian language. The grammar equips students with essential tools to swiftly acquire proficiency in Akkadian and embark on the journey of translation. Structured around the Laws of Hammurabi, each chapter encompasses a comprehensive explanation of grammatical points, a list of signs that need to be learned, a comprehensive vocabulary, and engaging exercises. Additionally, short contributions highlighting the unique significance of learning Akkadian for the studies of the Hebrew Bible are interspersed throughout the grammar. By the culmination of the grammar, students will have mastered:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e•\tComprehension of a sixth of the Laws of Hammurabi\u003cbr\u003e•\tAcquisition of skills in reading Neo-Assyrian script\u003cbr\u003e•\tAbility to transcribe, normalize the transcription, and translate the script\u003cbr\u003e•\tRobust appendices at the back of the book provide comprehensive paradigms, a list of cuneiform signs, an alphabetical list of V, CV, and VC cuneiform signs, and a comprehensive Akkadian glossary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBasics of Akkadian is meticulously crafted for classroom instruction as well as self-directed learning. Students will acquire all the necessary tools to pursue further studies of the Akkadian language or apply the knowledge gained to enhance their understanding of the cognitive environment of the biblical world and engage thoughtfully and carefully with Akkadian literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1024g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 203 x 279 x 22 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780310134596\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gordon P. Hugenberger,Nancy Erickson","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44098090598650,"sku":"9780310134596","price":42.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1673007292817_book.jpg?v=1673021625","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/basics-of-akkadian-a-grammar-workbook-and-glossary-9780310134596","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}