This volume deals with the myths and legends of Babylonia and Assyria, and as these reflect the civilization in which they developed, a historical narrative has been provided, beginning with the early Sumerian Age and concluding with the periods of the Persian and Grecian Empires. Over thirty centuries of human progress are thus passed under review. Keywords: myth, legend, ancient, religion, classic

A collection of Babylonian and Assyrian myths and legends, including various analogues of the biblical flood story and discussions of the history of Babylon and Assyria, and descriptions of various forms of Babylonian worship, Assyrian cults, and archaeological excavation of Babylonian and Assyrian sites.

The Races and Early Civilization of Babylonia The Land of Rivers and the God of the Deep Rival Pantheons and Representative Deities Demons, Fairies, and Ghosts Myths of Tammuz and Ishtar Wars of the City States of Sumer and Akkad Creation Legend: Merodach the Dragon Slayer Deified Heroes: Etana and Gilgamesh Deluge Legend, the Island of the Blessed, and Hades Buildings and Laws and Customs of Babylon The Golden Age of Babylonia Rise of the Hittites, Mitannians, Kassites, Hyksos, and Assyrians Astrology and Astronomy Ashur the National God of Assyria Conflicts for Trade and Supremacy Race Movements that Shattered Empires The Hebrews in Assyrian History The Age of Semiramis Assyria's Age of Splendour The Last Days of Assyria and Babylonia

This volume deals with the myths and legends of Babylonia and Assyria, and as these reflect the civilization in which they develop, a historical narrative has been provided, beginning with the early Sumerian Age and concluding with the periods of the Persian and Grecian Empires. Over thirty centuries of human progress are thus passed under review........ This early works is a fascinating look at the subject and is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of any historian. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This volume deals with the myths and legends of Babylonia and Assyria, and as these reflect the civilization in which they developed, a historical narrative has been provided, beginning with the early Sumerian Age and concluding with the periods of the Persian and Grecian Empires. Over thirty centuries of human progress are thus passed under review.

Donald Mackenzie was a noted scholar of mythology. This expansive book on Babylonian and Assyrian mythology consists of twenty chapters.

In Donald A. Mackenzie's 'Myths of Babylonia and Assyria', the reader is taken on a captivating journey through the ancient myths and legends of Mesopotamia. Mackenzie's scholarly approach and meticulous research bring to life the gods, goddesses, and epic tales that once mesmerized the people of Babylonia and Assyria. With a blend of history, archaeology, and comparative mythology, this book not only provides valuable insight into the literary and religious traditions of the ancient Near East, but also sheds light on the cultural significance of these myths. Mackenzie's detailed analysis and engaging narrative style make this book a must-read for anyone interested in ancient civilizations and their mythologies. As a respected author and scholar in the field of mythology, Mackenzie's expertise and passion for the subject are evident in every page of this enlightening work. 'Myths of Babylonia and Assyria' is a timeless masterpiece that will continue to inspire and educate readers for generations to come.

The following pages have been written with the view of offering to the Bible student, in a small compass, a little of the history of Babylon, her thought, religion, and manners, and consequently the means whereby he may understand better some of the allusions of the prophets and Bible historians.-from the Introduction Almost 6,000 years after the beginning of their great society, and 2,600 years after its collapse, the heritage handed us by the ancient Babylonians still runs like a shining thread through our global civilization today, a profound cultural gift recognized in the 19th-century as their cuneiform language was first translated.Here, one of the most prominent antiquarians of the Victorian era introduces us to both the secular reality and the spiritual worldview of these sophisticated early people, from their daily life - including aspects of their food, clothing, and furniture - to their religious traditions, their devotion to astrology, and their practice of magic.Drawing on primary and secondary sources uncovered by the archaeology of the era, this is an important volume for students of mythology, religion, history, and historical research. SIR E.A. BUDGE (1857-1934) was curator of Egyptian and Assyrian antiquities at the British Museum form 1894 to 1924. Among his many works of translation and studies of ancient Egyptian religion and ritual is his best-known project, The Egyptian Book of the Dead.