Description

A Short History of Syriac Literature is a book written by William Wright, first published in 1894. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of Syriac literature, a language that was widely used in the Middle East during the early Christian era. The book begins by providing a brief overview of the Syriac language and its importance in the development of Christianity. It then goes on to discuss the various genres of Syriac literature, including poetry, hymns, biblical commentaries, and historical works. The author also covers the major periods of Syriac literature, including the early Christian period, the golden age of Syriac literature, and the decline of the language in the modern era. Throughout the book, the author provides detailed analyses of the most important works of Syriac literature, including the Peshitta Bible, the works of Ephrem the Syrian, and the Chronicle of Michael the Syrian. Overall, A Short History of Syriac Literature is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and development of the Syriac language and its literature. It provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the subject matter, making it an ideal reference book for scholars and students alike.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.