The Literature of Ancient Sumer
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Author | : Jeremy A. Black |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 444 |
Release | : 2004 |
ISBN-10 | : 0199296332 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780199296330 |
Rating | : 4/5 (32 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Literature of Ancient Sumer by : Jeremy A. Black
Book excerpt: Sumerian is the oldest written language of ancient Iraq, first written down some 5,000 years ago. Its literature, encompassing narrative myths, lyrical hymns, proverbs and love poetry, provides a stimulating insight into the world's first urban civilization. This is a comprehensive collection.