Strong representation of religious and apocalyptic literature from various traditions. Educational Value
The encyclopedia contains more than that move beyond just "belles lettres" (poetry and fiction) to include the broader ancient definition of literature, such as philosophy, legal codes, and scientific treatises. Encyclopedia of Ancient Literature (Facts on Fi...
Coverage of Babylonian, Persian, and Egyptian texts, such as the Epic of Gilgamesh and the Egyptian Book of the Dead . such as philosophy