The Teachings of Ptahhotep

The Oldest Book in the World

Auteurs

• Ptahhotep

Paramètres

• 74 pages
• 3 heures de lecture

• Classiques
• Histoire
• Nonfiction
• Philosophie
• Spiritualité et spiritualisme

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The work attributed to Ptahhotep, a vizier from ancient Egypt, presents a collection of maxims and practical advice focused on human relations, intended for his son. Believed to be one of the oldest texts in existence, it emphasizes the importance of learning from others, the pursuit of justice, and the dangers of greed, while promoting generosity. The 1906 translation by Battiscombe Gunn is based on the original Prisse Papyrus, showcasing significant variations from other surviving texts. This reprint captures timeless wisdom from a bygone era.

Achat du livre

• Année de publication: 2016
• Reliure: (souple)