Avesta Reader, First Series: Easier Texts, Notes, And Vocabulary (1893)

By A.V. Williams Jackson

Book Overview

The Avesta Reader, First Series: Easier Texts, Notes, and Vocabulary is a book written by Abraham Valentine Williams Jackson and first published in 1893. The book is a collection of easier texts from the Avesta, the sacred scripture of Zoroastrianism, accompanied by notes and a vocabulary section. The Avesta is written in an ancient Iranian language and is considered one of the oldest and most important religious texts of the Zoroastrian faith. This book is intended for students of the Avesta who are looking for an easier way to read and understand the text. The vocabulary section provides translations of key words and phrases, making it easier for readers to understand the meaning of the text. The notes section provides additional information and context about the texts, helping readers to better understand the cultural and historical background of the Avesta. Overall, the Avesta Reader, First Series: Easier Texts, Notes, and Vocabulary is a valuable resource for anyone studying the Avesta and looking to deepen their understanding of this important religious text.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165261502
• ISBN13: 9781165261505
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.49 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"