The Literature of Ancient Egypt: An Anthology of Stories, Instructions, Stelae, Autobiographies, and Poetry
by William Kelley Simpson, Robert K. Ritner, Vincent A. Tobin, Jr. Edward Wente
This anthology gathers stories, instructions, stelae, autobiographies, and poetry from the literature of ancient Egypt. Covering several important literary forms, it provides a broad introduction to the written heritage of one of the ancient world’s most enduring civilizations.
About This Book
The Literature of Ancient Egypt is an anthology devoted to the written culture of ancient Egypt.
It brings together stories, instructions, stelae, autobiographies, and poetry in one volume.
The collection offers a broad view of the forms and subjects represented in ancient Egyptian literature.
Edited by William Kelley Simpson, Robert K. Ritner, Vincent A. Tobin, and Edward Wente Jr., this volume is suited to readers exploring ancient history and literary traditions.
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to review this book!