The book Canaanite in the Amarna Tablet provides a deep dive into ancient Middle Eastern linguistics and history, offering a meticulous analysis of the language and culture of the Canaanite people as recorded in the Amarna Tablets. These tablets, which date back to the 14th century BCE, are a collection of diplomatic correspondences found in Amarna, Egypt. They form a critical source of knowledge about the Canaanite language and the political relations of the time.
This paperback edition makes complex historical linguistics accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in ancient histories. The content of the book thoroughly examines the language structures, translating notable texts that convey the socio-political contexts of the Canaanite people and their interactions with Egypt and surrounding regions.
This work is essential for enthusiasts of ancient history, linguists, or anyone with an interest in the Near Eastern cultures and their intriguing historical dynamics.