The Literature of Ancient Egypt (eBook)

Including Original Sources: The Book of the Dead, Papyrus of Ani, Hymn to the Nile, Great Hymn to Aten and Hymn to Osiris-Sokar

E. A. Wallis Budge (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
341 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654775536-4 (EAN)

Infos

E. A. Wallis Budge's "The Literature of Ancient Egypt" serves as a vital compendium, exploring the rich tapestry of ancient Egyptian writings that spanned millennia. Budge meticulously examines a variety of texts, including mythology, poetry, religious hymns, and wisdom literature, offering insights into the cultural and philosophical frameworks of ancient Egyptian society. His analytical style is characterized by a blend of erudition and accessibility, contextualizing these works within their historical frameworks and providing translations that illuminate the nuances of the original scripts, thereby enriching readers' understanding of this profound literary corpus. Budge, a pioneering Egyptologist and curator of Egyptian antiquities at the British Museum, dedicated his life to the study of ancient civilizations, immersing himself in the intricacies of hieroglyphs and the languages of the Nile Valley. His academic journey was propelled by a profound admiration for Egyptian culture, leading him to synthesize his extensive knowledge into accessible texts that would introduce a broader audience to the glories of ancient literature. His background in linguistics and archaeology informed his authoritative yet engaging narrative style. This book is highly recommended for students, scholars, and enthusiasts alike, as it not only provides a gateway into ancient Egyptian literary heritage but also serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of words across time. Readers will emerge with a deeper appreciation of how these ancient texts reflect the values and beliefs of a civilization that has captivated the imagination for centuries.

Autor

Sir Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge (1857-1934) was a renowned English Egyptologist, orientalist, and philologist who dedicated his life to the study of ancient Egyptian language, literature, and civilization. During his long tenure at the British Museum, Budge became a prolific author, whose scholarly works helped popularize Egyptology in the early 20th century. 'The Literature of Ancient Egypt' is but one among his impressive catalog of publications, which also includes the seminal 'The Book of the Dead: The Papyrus of Ani' and 'Egyptian Language: Easy Lessons in Egyptian Hieroglyphics with Sign List.' Known for his translations of ancient Egyptian religious and funerary texts, Budge's literary style demonstrates not only his expansive knowledge but also a deep passion for making such texts accessible to a wider audience. Critics, however, have often contended with Budge's translation methodologies and some of his interpretations are now seen as outdated due to the advancement in Egyptological methodology since his time. Nonetheless, Budge's contribution to the dissemination of knowledge regarding Egyptian antiquity cannot be overlooked, and his numerous works remain reference points for enthusiasts and scholars alike, serving as an extensive resource on ancient Egyptian literature, religious beliefs, and practices.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte / Antike
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Sprach- / Literaturwissenschaft ► Latein / Altgriechisch
• Schlagworte: Accessibly scholarly writing • ancient civilizations • ancient Egypt historical writings • Ancient Egyptian literature • Ancient Egyptian texts • Bible • classical Egyptian works • Cleopatra • Cultural Education • Cultural Heritage Studies • Egyptian civilization beliefs • egyptian culture • Egyptian mythology • egyptian mythology books • Egyptian religious texts • Egyptology Anthology • egyptology literature • hieroglyphics translations • Hieroglyphic translations • historical texts • Indiana Jones • Ken Follett • Literary analysis Egypt • Literary Canon • Love songs translations • Meticulous historical documentation • Napoleon • pharaonic literature • Philosophical Poetry • Religious beliefs • religious literature • Robert Graves • Rome • scholarly analysis • socio-cultural context • the lost city of z • The Mummy • The Templars • Wallis Budge Egyptologist