pitts (Athens, GA) -

In spite of the fact that my old Akkadian teacher is spinning in his grave over the fact that I should be the only one to write a review of one of the most miraculous books ever produced for Assyriologists, let me say that generations of scholars have depended on this most beautiful text for their knowledge and understanding of cuneiform writing. It is page after page of handdrawn cuneiform signs, showing their development throught he ages and giving definitions of their values and use in various periods. While some of the data is no doubt dated, and some will not find this type of work of great value in the modern age, it has, nonetheless been a priceless asset to many over the years.