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The Story Of Ahikar From The Syriac, Arabic, Armenian, Ethiopic, Greek, And Slavonic Versions (1898)
Frederick Cornwallis Conybeare, James Rendel Harris, Agnes Smith Lewis
Livre relié | Anglais
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The Story of Ahikar from the Syriac, Arabic, Armenian, Ethiopic, Greek, and Slavonic Versions is a book written by Frederick Cornwallis Conybeare and published in 1898. The book is a compilation of various versions of the ancient story of Ahikar, a wise and wealthy Assyrian chancellor who served under King Sennacherib. The story of Ahikar is a fascinating tale of wisdom, loyalty, and treachery, and has been passed down through the ages in various languages and cultures. Conybeare's book brings together six different versions of the story, each with its own unique perspective and interpretation. The Syriac version of the story is the oldest and most complete, and is considered the source of all other versions. The Arabic version is the most widely known, while the Armenian version is notable for its use of Christian themes and imagery. The Ethiopic version is the most obscure, while the Greek and Slavonic versions are relatively unknown.Conybeare's book provides a comprehensive overview of the different versions of the story, including their similarities and differences. He also provides an analysis of the various themes and motifs that run through the story, such as the importance of wisdom, the dangers of greed and treachery, and the power of loyalty and friendship.Overall, The Story of Ahikar from the Syriac, Arabic, Armenian, Ethiopic, Greek, and Slavonic Versions is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient literature, folklore, or mythology. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the Middle East and Eastern Europe, and highlights the enduring appeal of this timeless tale of wisdom and intrigue.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- Nombre de pages :
- 326
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781104697938
- Date de parution :
- 13-06-09
- Format:
- Livre relié
- Format numérique:
- Genaaid
- Dimensions :
- 152 mm x 229 mm
- Poids :
- 648 g
