Author: Budge, E. A. Wallis (Ernest Alfred Wallis), Sir
Synopsis:
In 'The Babylonian Story of the Deluge as Told by Assyrian Tablets from Nineveh: The Discovery of the Tablets at Nineveh', Budge takes us on a captivating journey through ancient Mesopotamia, where the remarkable discovery of Assyrian tablets sheds light on an epic flood story. These tablets, unearthed by Layard, Rassam, and Smith, reveal a narrative that predates the biblical account of Noah's Ark, presenting a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world and its rich mythology. As Budge delves into the details of this ancient tale, the reader is transported to a time of gods, heroes, and cataclysmic events, leaving them eager to uncover the secrets hidden within these ancient texts.
Genres: History, Archaeology, Mythology
Themes: Ancient civilizations, Flood myths, Comparative religion
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