The Literature of Ancient Sumer Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

The Literature of Ancient Sumer Book

The Literature of Ancient Sumer : Hardback : Oxford University Press : 9780199263110 : 0199263116 : 10 Feb 2005 : Sumerian is the oldest written language of ancient Iraq, first written down some 5000 years ago. Its literature, encompassing narrative myths, lyrical hymns, proverbs, and love poetry, provides a stimulating insight into the world's first urban civilization. Written in clear, accessible English, these translations are the most comprehensive collection of the world's first literature.Read More

from£N/A | RRP: £88.00
* Excludes Voucher Code Discount Also available Used from £N/A
  • Product Description

    This anthology of Sumerian literature constitutes the most comprehensive collection ever published, and includes examples of most of the different types of composition written in the language, from narrative myths and lyrical hymns to proverbs and love poetry. The translations have benefited both from the work of many scholars and from our ever-increasing understanding of Sumerian. In addition to reflecting the advances made by modern scholarship, the translations are written in clear, accessible English. An extensive introduction discusses the literary qualities of the works, the people who created and copied them in ancient Iraq, and how the study of Sumerian literature has evolved over the last 150 years.

  • 0199263116
  • 9780199263110
  • 25 November 2004
  • OUP Oxford
  • Hardcover (Book)
  • 436
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through any of the links below and make a purchase we may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Click here to learn more.

Would you like your name to appear with the review?

We will post your book review within a day or so as long as it meets our guidelines and terms and conditions. All reviews submitted become the licensed property of www.find-book.co.uk as written in our terms and conditions. None of your personal details will be passed on to any other third party.

All form fields are required.