Ancient Mesopotamia at the dawn of civilization : the evolution of an urban landscape /
Algaze, Guillermo,1954-
Chicago, Ill. ; London : University of Chicago Press,
2008.
Includes bibliographical references (p. [193]-219) and index.
The Sumerian takeoff -- Factors hindering our understanding of the Sumerian takeoff -- Modeling the dynamics of urban growth -- Early Mesopotamian urbanism : why? -- Early Mesopotamian urbanism : how? -- The evidence for trade -- Early Mesopotamian urbanism in comparative perspective -- The synergies of civilization -- Conclusion: The Mesopotamian conjuncture -- Epilogue: Early Sumerian civilization : a research agenda.
Cities and towns, Ancient
City planning
Commerce, Prehistoric