Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Babylonian Story of the Deluge and the Epic of Gilgamish with an Account of the Royal Libraries of Nineveh"" by E. A. Wallis Budge is a comprehensive work that explores the ancient Babylonian myths and legends of the Deluge and the Epic of Gilgamish. The book also provides an account of the Royal Libraries of Nineveh, which were instrumental in preserving these ancient texts.The first part of the book focuses on the Babylonian Story of the Deluge, which tells the story of a great flood that destroyed the world. The story is similar to the biblical account of Noah's Ark, but with some significant differences. Budge provides a detailed analysis of the story, including its origins, themes, and symbolism.The second part of the book is dedicated to the Epic of Gilgamish, which is one of the oldest surviving works of literature in the world. The epic tells the story of Gilgamish, a legendary king of Uruk, and his quest for immortality. Budge provides a comprehensive overview of the epic, including its historical context, themes, and literary techniques.The final part of the book provides an account of the Royal Libraries of Nineveh, which were discovered in the mid-19th century. These libraries contained thousands of cuneiform tablets, including many ancient Babylonian texts. Budge provides a detailed description of the libraries, their contents, and their significance for the study of ancient history and literature.Overall, ""Babylonian Story of the Deluge and the Epic of Gilgamish with an Account of the Royal Libraries of Nineveh"" is an essential work for anyone interested in ancient Babylonian mythology, literature, and history. Budge's comprehensive analysis and detailed descriptions make this book a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.Contents: The Story of the Deluge; The Library of Nineveh; Ashur-Bani-Pal's Prism; Sumerian Literature; Colophons of Tablets; Gilgamish; the Tablets.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.
