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Hammurabi

Hammurabi

by Bankston, John

ISBN: 9781680200188

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In the United States laws apply to everyone, they are written down, and they are not easily changed. It was not always like this. Over 3,000 years ago, a Middle Eastern king wanted to rule fairly. He had the laws of his kingdom written in stone, and then he shared the laws with his people. His name was Hammurabi and he ruled Babylon- where the country of Iraq is today- for over forty years. Although he expanded his country and won many wars, today he is best remembered for his code of laws. The way laws are written in the United States owes so much to Hammurabi that pictures of him can be seen in the House of Representatives.

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  • Copyright: 2018
    Imprint:     Mitchell Lane
    Category:     Nonfiction

    Interest Level:

    • Intermediate
    • Elementary

    Reading Level:

    • Grade 4
    • Grade 5

  • Book Features:

    • About the Author
    • Full-color photographs
    • Glossary
    • Index
    • Table of Contents
    • Timeline
    • Works Consulted

    Dewey Number: 935.0
    Page Count:     48
    Trim:     6 1/2 x 9 1/4

Jr. Biographies from Ancient Civilization Series

This series follows well-known personalities back to the ancient times in which they lived. With compelling and lively narratives, these books will appeal to upper elementary through middle school students who are studying World History or Ancient Civilizations.