{"product_id":"the-babylonian-creation-epic-charles-f-horne-9781169202702","title":"The Babylonian Creation Epic","description":"The Babylonian Creation Epic is a book written by Charles F. Horne that explores one of the oldest recorded creation myths in human history. The book is a translation and analysis of the Enuma Elish, the Babylonian epic poem that describes the creation of the world and the rise of the Babylonian gods. The text is believed to have been written around 1200 BCE and is a cornerstone of ancient Mesopotamian mythology. The book provides a detailed examination of the Enuma Elish, including its historical context, literary structure, and religious significance. Horne delves into the themes and motifs of the poem, such as the struggle between order and chaos, the role of the gods in creating the world, and the relationship between humans and the divine. The Babylonian Creation Epic also includes a complete translation of the Enuma Elish, along with annotations and commentary that help readers understand the complex symbolism and imagery of the poem. Horne's analysis provides a fascinating glimpse into the worldview of the ancient Babylonians and their beliefs about the origins of the universe. Overall, The Babylonian Creation Epic is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of the most important texts in human history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient mythology, religion, or literature.THIS 46 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Charles F. Horne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1169202705\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781169202702\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/10\/2010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 46\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.67lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.01h x 10.00w x 0.19d","brand":"Charles F. Horne","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":44064028885247,"sku":"9781169202702","price":33.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_d6760d49-5c97-4b5d-9343-70213e293cc2.jpg?v=1685393097","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-babylonian-creation-epic-charles-f-horne-9781169202702","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}