The Gospel Of Osiris: Being An Epic Cento And Paraphrase Of Ancient Fragments

By William Norman Guthrie

The Gospel of Osiris is a book written by William Norman Guthrie. It is an epic cento and paraphrase of ancient fragments about the Egyptian god Osiris. The book is a collection of various texts from ancient Egypt, including hymns, prayers, and stories, that have been reinterpreted and reimagined by Guthrie in a poetic and narrative form. The Gospel of Osiris explores the mythology and symbolism of Osiris, who was revered as the god of the afterlife, fertility, and resurrection. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Osiris and his role in Egyptian mythology. The language used in the book is rich and evocative, drawing on the imagery and symbolism of ancient Egypt to create a vivid and immersive reading experience. Overall, The Gospel of Osiris is a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of one of the most important figures in Egyptian mythology.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: 1162745142
• ISBN13: 9781162745145
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"