Popular Literature of Ancient Egypt

By J. Hutchison and Alfred Wiedemann

Book Overview

Popular Literature of Ancient Egypt is a book written by A. Wiedemann that delves into the literary works of ancient Egypt. The book provides a comprehensive overview of popular literature from the Old Kingdom to the Graeco-Roman period, including myths, legends, tales, and hymns. The author explores the themes and motifs present in these works, such as the concept of the afterlife, the role of the gods, and the importance of magic. Additionally, the book discusses the historical context in which these works were created and the impact they had on Egyptian society. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian culture, literature, and history.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: 1425314236
• ISBN13: 9781425314231
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"