This ambitious and well-researched study brings together for the first time translations of the ancient literature concerning the Sumerian god Enki, one of four

The present book is a compilation of studies on narratives of mythical origins in different cultures written by outstanding specialists. It aims to provide a br

Utilising material spanning 3000 years, this book examines childbirth in the Biblical and Babylonian world. Stol's scholarship has an extraordinary range. He fo

Ishtar is the first book dedicated to providing an accessible analysis of the mythology and image of this complex goddess. The polarity of her nature is reflect

Essays explaining diverse methods and reading strategies, providing a dependable guide to understanding the Book of Genesis.