Babylonian and Assyrian Literature

Epiphanius Wilson’s Babylonian and Assyrian Literature is a monumental work that offers a comprehensive and in-depth look at the rich literary tradition of these ancient civilizations. The book covers a wide range of genres, including myths, epics, hymns, legal, scientific and medical texts, letters, and other literary forms. Wilson, a recognized expert in the field, presents the texts in their historical and cultural context; the book also explores the influence of Assyrian-Babylonian literature on other cultures, such as Greek and Hebrew. The author contextualizes each text, providing historical and cultural information to help the reader better understand its meaning and relevance. Epiphanius Wilson (1883-1963) was an American Assyriologist and archaeologist, is known for his important contributions to the study of the literature, history and culture of the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia. Wilson demonstrated from an early age a passionate interest in the archaeology and history of the ancient Middle East. Wilson devoted himself to the study of ancient languages, including Akkadian and Sumerian, which gave him access to key texts of Babylonian and Assyrian literature. —- ISBN: 9798324497392