Records of the Past, Volume I

A. H. Sayce

"Records of the Past" is indeed a notable work by A. H. Sayce. It is a multi-volume series that consists of ancient texts and translations, offering insights into the history, culture, and literature of various ancient civilizations. A. H. Sayce was involved in the editing and translation of the series, which aimed to bring together important historical and archaeological documents from different ancient cultures. The series features texts from civilizations such as ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia (including Babylon and Assyria), Persia, Greece, and Rome. These texts cover a wide range of topics, including religious rituals, legal codes, royal inscriptions, historical narratives, and literary works. The "Records of the Past" series was first published in the late 19th century and continued to be expanded and revised in subsequent editions. It is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts interested in studying the primary sources of ancient civilizations. Please note that the series consists of multiple volumes, and the specific content of each volume may vary. If you are looking for information about a particular volume or have any specific questions related to the "Records of the Past" series, please let me know, and I'll do my best to assist you further.

Table of contents

• Preface
• Equivalents Of The Hebrew Letters In The Transliteration Of Assyrian Names Mentioned In These Volumes
• The Assyrian Calendar
• The Dynastic Tablets And Chronicles Of The Babylonians
• The Inscriptions Of Telloh
• Sin-Gashid's Endowment Of The Temple Ê-Ana
• An Erechite's Lament
• Inscription Of Tiglath-Pileser I, King Of Assyria
• The Assyrian Story Of The Creation
• The Babylonian Story Of The Creation According To The Tradition Of Cutha
• Babylonian Lawsuits And Judgments
• Inscription Of Menuas, King Of Ararat, In The Vannic Language
• The Ancient Hebrew Inscription Of Siloam