- SKU: 9781161585681
- BARCODE: 9781161585681
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The Sumerian Texts - Hardcover
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by Charles F. Horne (Editor)
The Sumerian Texts is a book written by Charles F. Horne that explores the ancient civilization of Sumer through the texts that have survived from that time. The book is a comprehensive guide to the Sumerian culture, language, religion, and history, and it includes translations of some of the most important Sumerian texts, such as the Epic of Gilgamesh, the Enuma Elish, and the Code of Hammurabi. The book begins by providing an overview of the Sumerian civilization, including its geography, economy, and social structure. It then delves into the Sumerian language, which is considered one of the oldest written languages in the world, and explains the unique features of its cuneiform script. The book also explores the Sumerian religion, which was polytheistic and centered around the worship of powerful deities such as Anu, Enlil, and Inanna.One of the highlights of the book is its translations of some of the most famous Sumerian texts. The Epic of Gilgamesh, for example, is a story about a king who embarks on a quest for immortality and learns important lessons about life and death along the way. The Enuma Elish, on the other hand, is a creation myth that explains how the world was formed and how the gods came to be. The Code of Hammurabi, meanwhile, is a legal code that provides insight into the laws and customs of Sumerian society.Overall, The Sumerian Texts is a fascinating exploration of one of the world's oldest and most influential civilizations. It provides a wealth of information about Sumerian culture and history, and it is an essential resource for anyone interested in the ancient world.THIS 58 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Babylonia and Assyria, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100138.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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