Publisher's Synopsis
The Beginnings of History According to the Bible and the Traditions of the Oriental Peoples from the Creation of Man to the Deluge is a book written by Francois Lenormant. The book explores the origins of history according to both the Bible and the traditions of the Oriental peoples. It covers the period from the creation of man to the deluge, providing a comprehensive account of the early history of humanity. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological findings, and historical records, to piece together the story of human civilization. The book is a fascinating exploration of the early history of humanity, offering insights into the beliefs, customs, and practices of ancient cultures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the origins of human history and the development of human civilization.1882. According to the Bible and the traditions of the Oriental peoples from the creation of man to the deluge. Analytical table of contents: biblical account; comparative study of the biblical account and of parallel traditions: creation of man; first sin; Kerubim and the revolving sword; fratricide and the foundation of the first city; Shethites and the Qainites; ten Antediluvian patriarchs; children of God and the daughter of men; the deluge; with appendices on various areas and peoples.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.
