Author |
Spence, Lewis, 1874-1955 |
Illustrator |
Paul, Evelyn, 1883-1963 |
Title |
Myths & Legends of Babylonia & Assyria
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Alternate Title |
Myths and Legends of Babylonia and Assyria
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Credits |
E-text prepared by Clare Graham and Marc D'Hooghe (http://www.freeliterature.org) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
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Summary |
"Myths & Legends of Babylonia & Assyria" by Lewis Spence is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to provide an engaging exploration of the mythology, religion, and history of ancient Babylonia and Assyria, merging scholarly insight with the romance of these ancient narratives. It offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of tales that characterize these civilizations, blending knowledge with captivating storytelling. The beginning of the work introduces the profound significance of Babylon and Assyria in historical and mythological contexts. It sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the civilizations that flourished along the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, discussing their racial, cultural, and religious evolutions. The text hints at the pivotal figures and narratives that will follow, emphasizing the complexity of the ancient peoples and the enduring influence of their mythology on later religious traditions. The opening highlights the transition from obscurity to the recognition of these ancient cultures, preparing the reader for a journey into their rich mythological and historical landscapes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
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Subject |
Legends
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Subject |
Assyro-Babylonian religion
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Subject |
Mythology, Assyro-Babylonian
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Subject |
Assyro-Babylonian cults
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
45137 |
Release Date |
Mar 15, 2014 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jun 15, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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