Definitions and histories of essential terms and historical tools, such as alphabet, hubris, epic, and the Rosetta Stone .
Exploration of Sanskrit traditions, including the Rig-Veda and the Ramayana . Encyclopedia of Ancient Literature (Facts on Fi...
The encyclopedia contains more than that move beyond just "belles lettres" (poetry and fiction) to include the broader ancient definition of literature, such as philosophy, legal codes, and scientific treatises. Definitions and histories of essential terms and historical
Coverage of Babylonian, Persian, and Egyptian texts, such as the Epic of Gilgamesh and the Egyptian Book of the Dead . Coverage of Babylonian, Persian, and Egyptian texts, such
The Encyclopedia of Ancient Literature , part of the series, is a comprehensive A-to-Z reference work authored by James Wyatt Cook . Published in 2008, this 716-page volume provides an extensive overview of the writers, major works, and literary concepts that shaped global civilization from the "beginnings" of recorded history through approximately 500 CE. Scope and Cultural Coverage
Strong representation of religious and apocalyptic literature from various traditions. Educational Value