Myths of Babylon

Name: Myths of Babylon
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SKU: 9781786647634
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Series: The World's Greatest Myths and Legends

Summary

Myths of Babylon is an enchanting journey into ancient Babylon, weaving together historical events with the rich tapestry of myth and legend. The story follows a diverse cast of characters navigating the city's lively markets, sacred temples, and political intrigues, all while exploring the influence of Babylonian deities and cultural beliefs on their lives. The narrative cleverly blurs the lines between myth and reality, capturing the essence of a civilisation steeped in storytelling and ritual.
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If you're fascinated by ancient civilisations and enjoy stories rich in mythology and legend, this historical fiction might captivate you. With vivid settings and a blend of history and myth, it could appeal to those who appreciate delving into the mysteries of a bygone era.

Myths of Babylon

Here we find humankind battling with the elements in the flood myth, a grim creation story and the great Epic of Gilgamesh, one of the earliest recorded literary treasures. Babylon, a powerful city state in 1800 BC was a centre of spiritual, economic and military power, each represented in the fragments and myths of this book of classic tales.

Description

Myths of Babylon delves into the enchanting world of Babylonian myths, which were inherited in Mesopotamia from the Sumerians and influenced by the ancient Assyrians. These myths represent a pinnacle of human achievement around 1800 BC, capturing the profound struggles and triumphs of humankind.

Within this book, readers will encounter the epic tales of humankind battling the elements in their Flood myth, a haunting creation story, and the great Epic of Gilgamesh, one of the earliest recorded literary treasures. Babylon, a powerful city-state during the time of the ancient Egyptians, is portrayed as a centre of profound spiritual, economic, and military power. These themes are richly represented in the fragments and myths collected in this book of classic tales.

The author, Jake Jackson, has an extensive background in literature, having written, edited, and contributed to over 20 books. His related works include Myths and Legends (Metro Books) and studies of Babylonian creation myths, the philosophy of time, and William Blake's use of mythology in his visionary literature.

This edition of Myths of Babylon includes 10 illustrations, offering a visual complement to the captivating tales within.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786647634

Publisher: Flame Tree Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 July 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Flame Tree Publishing

Edition: New edition

Illustration: 10 Line drawings, black and white

Contributors:

Edited by J.K. Jackson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 176g

Pages: 256

Collections

Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Series: The World's Greatest Myths and Legends

About the Author

Jackson is General Editor of The World's Greatest Myths and Legends series, with titles including 'Myths of Babylon', 'Indian Myth', 'Egyptian Myth', 'Norse Myth' and 'Polynesian Island Myth'. He is editor of 'Myths and Legends' and foreword writer for 'Celtic Myths and Tales'. Other related work includes articles on the Philosophy of Time, 'Macbeth, A Gothic Chaos' and William Blake's use of mythology in his visionary literature.