E. A. Wallis Budge

Broschiertes Buch

The Babylonian Legends Of The Creation

Beschreibung

A beacon from the ancient world, this is the creation story that shaped civilizations and still sparks the imagination. The Babylonian Legends Of The Creation opens a doorway into Mesopotamian genesis narratives, where primeval gods and cosmic beginnings unfold with mythic clarity and human awe. E. A. Wallis Budge's eloquent translation gathers a timeless collection of cuneiform myth text into one accessible volume. More than a scholarly key to early Mesopotamia, it offers a lyrical encounter with the forces that ordered the world-from the dawn of creation to the shaping of culture and law. The book speaks with a voice both archival and living, inviting readers of antiquity and modern curiosity alike to trace how ancient myths informed daily life, literature, and the imagination of later ages. This new Alpha Editions release is not merely a restoration; it is a reawakening of a cultural treasure. Out of print for decades, it has been refreshed for today's readers and future generations, preserving its historical resonance while making it vivid for contemporary study and contemplation. Whether you are a casual reader drawn to mythic narratives, a student of Mesopotamia, or a collector of classic literature, this volume offers a singular, enduring encounter with a rich ancient myth collection and the broader story of Mesopotamia in the ancient Near East.

Autor

E. A. Wallis Budge (1857-1934) was a British Egyptologist, Orientalist, and philologist who worked for the British Museum and held the position of Keeper of the Department of Egypt and Assyria. During his prolific career, Budge authored a wealth of books related to ancient civilizations, with particular emphasis on Egyptology and Assyriology. His scholarship was influential during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, despite later criticisms concerning some of his translations and interpretations. One of his notable works, 'The Babylonian Legends of the Creation', delves into the mythologies and cosmogonies of ancient Babylon, providing insights into Mesopotamian culture and religious thought. Budge's literary style is characterized by an attempt to make ancient texts accessible to a wider audience, and his works often include translations of primary sources accompanied by extensive commentaries. Although his methods have since been surpassed by later scholarship, Budge's writings continue to serve as a foundation for enthusiasts of ancient Near Eastern studies. His contributions, while dated, showcase the evolution of Assyriology and Egyptology during his time.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Editions
• Seitenzahl: 86
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. April 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 139g
• ISBN-13: 9789354545641
• ISBN-10: 9354545645
• Artikelnr.: 61816133