Das Babylonische Nimrodepos, 1884
Scope and Contents
The Paul Haupt Collection, 1884, consists of the manuscript of Das Babylonische Nimrodepos by scholar Paul Haupt, 1858-1926. This version was handwritten by German archaeologist and historian, Hugo Winckler.
Dates
- Creation: 1884
Conditions Governing Access
This collection may be viewed only in the reading room of Special Collections in the Jean and Alexander Heard Library. Collections should be requested 2-3 days prior to visiting in order to facilitate easier access. For questions or to request a collection, contact specialcollections@vanderbilt.edu.
Biographical / Historical
German Assyriologist Paul Haupt published the first comprehensive edition of the cuneiform texts in 1884 under the title Das Babylonische Nimrodepos (The Babylonian Nimrod Epic). This rare, handwritten version was created by German archaeologist and historian, Hugo Winckler.
Full Extent
From the Collection: 1 Linear Feet (1 volume)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Vanderbilt University Special Collections and University Archives Repository
Special Collections Library
1101 19th Ave. S.
Nashville TN 37212 United States
specialcollections@vanderbilt.edu
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