Before philosophy

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"An Oriental Institute essay."Originally published under title: The intellectual adventure of ancient man. Introduction: Myth and reality, by H. and H.A. Frankfort.--Egypt: The nature of the universe. The function of the state. The values of life. By J.A. Wilson.--Mesopotamia: The cosmos of the state. The function of the state. The good life. By T. Jacobsen. Conclusion: The emancipation of thought from myth, by H. and H.A. Frankfort.

subjects: Philosophy, Ancient,  Religious thought,  Civilization, Ancient,  Civilization,  Ancient period,  Ancient Philosophy,  Ancient Civilization,  Philosophie babylonienne,  Philosophie ancienne,  Mythe,  Philosophie égyptienne,  Pensée religieuse,  Civilisation ancienne,  History

Places: Middle East

Times: To 600,  To 622