Hittite Mythology: A Quick Read (World History : A Quick Read Series) - Softcover

Links, Academic; Bonham, Brooke; Bonham, Allison

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798344085128

Publisher: Independently published, 2024

Synopsis

Hittite Mythology: A Quick Read is a book filled with easy-to-read articles and stories about the gods, goddesses, and myths of the Hittite people. It introduces readers to key figures such as Tarhunt, the storm god and king of the gods, Arinniti, the sun goddess, and Kumarbi, the ruler of the underworld. Other important deities like Telepinu, the god of agriculture, and Shaushka, the goddess of love and war, are also featured. The book covers famous myths such as the Illuyanka Myth, where Tarhunt battles a dragon, and the Kumarbi Cycle, describing Kumarbi’s rise and fall. Stories like The Song of Ullikummi and The Myth of Telepinu showcase the Hittites' rich storytelling tradition. This collection aims to spark interest in Hittite mythology and offers an easy entry point for anyone curious about ancient myths and gods.

Articles & Stories in order:
Overview
Tarhunt
Arinniti
Kumarbi
Hannahanna
Shaushka
Telepinu
Aruna
Huzziya
Hebat
Inara
Zaluna
Illuyanka
Kurunta
Nintu
Lelwani:
Kamrusepa
Pirwa
Sarruma
Primordial Gods
The Song of Ullikummi
The Illuyanka Myth
The Kumarbi Cycle
The Missing God Telepinu
Teshub and the Sea
The Sun Goddess of Arinna
Inara and the Wild Boar
The Purulli Festival Myth
The Vanishing God
The Descent of Ishtar to the Underworld
The Dream of the King

Edition details

• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798344085128
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 66