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100	1		_aWilson, Epiphanius, _d1845-1916
245	1	0	_aEgyptian Literature : _bComprising Egyptian tales, hymns, litanies, invocations, the Book of the Dead, and cuneiform writings
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2009
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2009-03-08
520			_a"Egyptian Literature" by Epiphanius Wilson is a scholarly collection that was compiled in the early 20th century. This work presents a rich assortment of ancient Egyptian texts, including tales, hymns, invocations, and excerpts from the "Book of the Dead." The collection appears to aim at showcasing the vastness and depth of Egyptian literary tradition, offering insights into the culture, religion, and mythology of ancient Egypt. At the start of the collection, the author discusses the significance of recent archaeological discoveries, highlighting how they have reshaped our understanding of Egyptian civilization. He emphasizes the detail and vibrancy of Egyptian cultural life as revealed through literature, including epic narratives like the poem of Penta-Our, which recounts war campaigns and provides insight into the daily life, beliefs, and customs of the Egyptians. Furthermore, the introduction touches on the overarching themes present in Egyptian literature, particularly a deep reverence for the afterlife and the complexities of the mortal experience, setting the stage for the hymns and prayers contained in the subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aEgyptian literature -- Translations into English
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28282
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