Ancient Mesopotamian technology by Holl, Kristi instant download

Ancient Mesopotamian technology by Holl, Kristi instant download

48 p. : 25 cm, When we think of technology, we might think only of our modern tools, such as electronics, computers, and cutting-edge gadgets, but civilizations throughout the ages have used technology to improve their lives. This informative resource will reveal that the ancient Mesopotamians were an innovative and forward-thinking people. They solved societal problems, such as regulating water to make sure they had a ready supply when they needed it. Readers will also be engaged throughout the volume with descriptions of their technological achievements, such as the construction of their cities, ziggurats, transportation, and weapons, just to name a few. Bibliography, Detailed Table of Contents, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Primary Sources, Websites, 789Y, 840, Z, Includes bibliographical references and index, Land between the rivers -- Water supply : canals, irrigation and aqueducts -- Challenges of food production -- Weaving -- Pottery and its many uses -- The wheel -- Metals and metalworking -- Craftsmen : glass, stone, and jewels -- Construction materials -- Arrangement of homes -- Building cities -- Ziggurats -- On the move in Mesopotamia -- Mathematics, weights, and measures -- Astronomy and astrology -- Treating the sick -- Advances in warfare -- The first writers -- Gifts from the Cradle of Civilization -- Glossary