"The Mystery of the Hanging Garden of Babylon" is a captivating detective story involving legends, expertise in decoding ancient texts, and a vivid description of a lesser-known city. Recognized since ancient times as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the legendary Hanging Gardens of Babylon and their location have been shrouded in mysterious and curious myths.
In this unforgettable volume, Stephanie Dalley, a world-renowned expert in the ancient Babylonian language, reveals new evidence and clarifies all known material about this essential Wonder of the World. Placing the Garden within a traditional royal support framework, Dalley describes how decoding an original text and linking it to sculptures in the British Museum have allowed her to identify where and by which king the Garden was located and to detail its appearance.
Operating on multiple levels and unraveling the many stories built around the Garden, including the roles played by Semiramis and Nebuchadnezzar, Dalley shows why this Garden deserves its place alongside the Pyramids and the Colossus of Rhodes as one of the most astounding technical achievements of the ancient world.
Pages: 304, Dimensions: 13.5x13.5cm
