Before the muses : an anthology of Akkadian literature / Benjamin R. Foster.
| Other author | Foster, Benjamin R. (Benjamin Read) |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 3rd ed. |
| Publication Info | Bethesda, Md. : CDL Press, ©2005. |
| Description | xx, 1,044 pages ; 24 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | General introduction: In search of Akkadian literature -- The Akkadian language -- Rediscovery of Akkadian literature -- Poetry and prose -- Authors and redactors -- Reading Akkadian literature -- Chapter 1: The Archaic period (2300-1850 BC) -- Archaic literature -- Old Akkadian literature -- Old Assyrian literature -- Chapter II: The classical period (1850-1500 BC) -- In praise of deities -- Legends of Akkadian kings -- Kings of Babylonia and their times -- The human condition -- Love lyrics -- Incantations -- Prayers -- Letters and letter prayers -- Mythology -- Imitations of the classical style -- Chapter III: The mature period (1500-1000 BC) -- Kings of Assyria and their times -- Legends of former kings -- Kings of Babylonia and their times -- Wisdom and experience -- Mythological poetry -- Great hymns and prayers -- Devotional and ritual poetry -- Miscellaneous expressive compositions -- Chapter IV: The late period (1000-100 BC) -- Kings of Assyria and their times -- Kings of Babylonia and their times -- Mythological and historical narratives -- Dialogues and debates -- Folktale, humor -- Love lyrics -- Laments -- Incantations -- Letters and miscellaneous. |
| Review | "Before the Muses offers a comprehensive anthology in new English translations, of the best writing from the Mesopotamian lands of Babylonia and Assyria: myths, epics, love poetry, prophecy, hymns, prayers, stories, wisdom, proverbs, and magic spells. The richness and variety of this ancient written legacy reveal the ideas, beliefs, feelings, and artful expression of men and women who speak to us from the dawn of civilization."--BOOK JACKET. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Language | Translated from the Akkadian. |
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| Action note | committed to retain 20160630 20310630 EAST http://eastlibraries.org/retained-materials This title retained by Wesleyan University Library on behalf of the Eastern Academic Scholars Trust (EAST) print archive |
| Genre/form | Translations. |
| LCCN | 2004065045 |
| ISBN | 1883053765 |
| ISBN | 9781883053765 |
| Standard identifier# | 99809992728 |
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| Joyner | New Books | PJ3951 .B44 2005 | ✔ Available | Want This? |