What Difference Does Time Make? Papers from the Ancient and Islamic Middle East and China in Honor of the 100th Anniversary of the Midwest Branch of the American Oriental Society

Discover the profound exploration of time in "What Difference Does Time Make?" edited by JoAnn Scurlock. This insightful volume, published in 2020, compiles the proceedings of a conference held at St. Mary’s University in Notre Dame, Indiana, in 2017. Spanning 202 pages, it delves into the multifaceted concept of time as perceived in the Ancient and Islamic Middle East and China.

Contributors offer rich discussions on ancient Mesopotamian archaeology, literature, and religion, alongside analyses of Biblical texts and archaeology. The book also covers Chinese literature and philosophy, as well as Islamic law, making it an essential read for scholars and enthusiasts of world history. Join the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Midwest Branch of the American Oriental Society and gain a deeper understanding of how different cultures have contemplated time throughout history.