The Babylonian Epic Of Gilgamesh And The Goddess Ishtar - Hardcover

by Charles F. Horne (Editor)

The Babylonian Epic of Gilgamesh and the Goddess Ishtar is a book written by Charles F. Horne that explores the ancient Mesopotamian epic poem of Gilgamesh and its relationship with the goddess Ishtar. The book provides a detailed analysis of the epic, which tells the story of the legendary king Gilgamesh and his quest for immortality, and the role played by Ishtar, the goddess of love and war, in the narrative.Horne's book delves into the historical and cultural background of the epic, providing insight into the religious beliefs, social structures, and political systems of ancient Mesopotamia. The author also examines the literary techniques and themes used in the epic, such as the quest for eternal life, the nature of friendship, and the power of the divine.The book includes translations of key passages from the epic, as well as illustrations and photographs of ancient artifacts and archaeological sites associated with the story. Horne's work is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of one of the oldest and most enduring works of literature in human history, and an essential resource for anyone interested in the ancient world and its literature.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Babylonia and Assyria, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100138.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.