The Gilgamesh Epic in Genesis 1-11

This book provides a substantive, reliable, and accessible comparison of the Gilgamesh Epic and Genesis 1-11, and investigates their presentation of humanistic themes in depth. Suitable for students and scholars of ancient Near Eastern literature, with broad appeal across religious studies, ancient history, and World Literature.

Autorentext

Adam E. Miglio (PhD University of Chicago) is Associate Professor of Archaeology at Wheaton College. His research and writing focus on the languages, history, and literatures of ancient Mesopotamia and Israel.

Inhalt

1. The Art of Comparison; 2. Wisdom was Woven Together at the Beginning ; 3. "O Brave New World?"; 4. Sound(scapes) and Fury; 5. (Re)Interpreting the Divine in the Deluge; 6. Rereading and Reflecting on (Im)Permanence and Enduring Renown; 7. Perennial Inquiry in Lieu of a Conclusion.