Sabine Franke

About the Author

Sabine Franke is a distinguished scholar and archaeologist specializing in the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, with a career spanning over three decades of excavation, research, and teaching at leading universities in Europe and the Middle East. Her work bridges the gap between dusty artifacts and vibrant narratives of human history, illuminating the lives, myths, and societies of one of the world's earliest urban cultures. Franke's passion for translating cuneiform tablets has brought forgotten voices to light, making complex historical texts accessible to both academics and general readers. In her acclaimed book, An Anthology of Ancient Mesopotamian Texts: When the Gods Were Human, she curates a compelling collection of primary sources that reveal the divine-human interplay in Sumerian and Akkadian lore. Beyond academia, Franke contributes to public lectures and documentaries, fostering a deeper appreciation for humanity's ancient roots.