Religious Texts from Ugarit: 2nd Edition
(Paperback, 2nd edition)
Publishing Details
Religious Texts from Ugarit: 2nd Edition
By (Author) Nicolas Wyatt
Continuum Publishing Corporation
Continuum Publishing Corporation
1st November 2002
2nd edition
United States
Classifications
Professional and Scholarly
Non Fiction
Alternative belief systems
Literary studies: poetry and poets
Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval
Christianity
Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts
299.26
Physical Properties
Paperback
504
Width 189mm, Height 246mm
986g
Description
An updated and corrected edition of a classic work, with new material. This book is an up-to-date translation and commentary on the Ugaritic texts. Of interest and importance for a general readership, as well as students and specialists in biblical, classical and religious studies. As well as being intrinsically fascinating, the Ugaritic texts have long been recognized as basic background material for Old Testament study. Ugaritic deities, myths, religious terminology, poetic techniques and general vocabulary are widely encountered by the attentive reader of the Hebrew Bible. The present edition offers an up-to-date translation and commentary based on scrutiny of the original tablets and the most recent academic discussion. While addressing the needs of accurate translation it also attempts to take seriously demands for a readable English version.
Author Bio
Nicolas Wyatt is Reader in Religious Studies, University of Edinburgh.
