Publisher's Synopsis
""Babylonian Life and History with the Story of the Deluge and the Epic of Gilgamish"" is a comprehensive book by E. A. Wallis Budge that provides a detailed insight into the ancient civilization of Babylon. The book explores the daily life, culture, religion, and history of the Babylonians, including their social structure, economy, and political system. One of the highlights of the book is the retelling of the famous Babylonian epic of Gilgamesh, which is considered one of the earliest known works of literature in human history. The story follows the adventures of the hero Gilgamesh as he sets out on a quest for immortality and battles various monsters and gods. Another significant aspect of the book is the retelling of the Babylonian flood myth, which is believed to have inspired the biblical story of Noah's Ark. The book delves into the origins of the myth, its significance in Babylonian culture, and its influence on other ancient civilizations. Overall, ""Babylonian Life and History with the Story of the Deluge and the Epic of Gilgamish"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient history, mythology, and literature. Budge's extensive research and detailed analysis provide a comprehensive understanding of the Babylonian civilization and its contributions to human history.Babylonian Life and History and Babylonian Story of the Deluge and the Epic of Gilgamish with an Account of the Royal Libraries of Nineveh.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.
