Looking for Dilmun
Looking for Dilmun by Geoffrey Bibby, published by Penguin Books in 1972, is a detailed exploration of the ancient land of Dilmun, which extended beyond Bahrain to regions including Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. This New Edition spans 410 pages and presents the author’s archaeological journey as he investigates the numerous undated burial mounds in Bahrain. Bibby recounts his findings from a season of digging, revealing the existence of a significant civilization dating back to around 2300 BC.
Readers will find a blend of archaeological detective work and engaging narrative in this book, which combines elements of social science and archaeology. Bibby’s storytelling is infused with both style and humor, making complex discoveries accessible to a broad audience. This edition aims to introduce a new generation to the historical significance of Dilmun and the insights gained from the author’s meticulous research.
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Dilmun was a land which stretched beyond the confines of Bahrain, as far north as Kuwait, and as far south as Saudi Arabia. The quest for the real Dilmun began when the author revisited Bahrain in order to explore the thousands of undated burial mounds scattered across the country. A seasons digging established the existence of a major civilisation dating from around 2300 BC. First published in 1969 this fascinating book of discovery tells the story of archaeological detective work with style and humour. It is re-issued here for a new generation of readers and introduced by Carl Phillips, one of the leading archaeologists of the region.
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