Primary source analysis

Primary Source AnalysisMuch of what we know about ancient Near Eastern societies is derived from their mythologies, stories and other contemporary literature. You will read and assess several texts from these cultures to develop your own understanding of ancient Near Eastern history.Analyse one of the primary source readings assigned in Module Four, Five or Six-Nergal and Ereshkigal, Erra and Ishum, or When Cyrus the Great was a Boy-for how it relates to the historical culture(s) in which it was created and circulated in one specific manner. Select one key element of the historical society such as religion, warfare, gender roles,