The Babylonian and Assyrian Legends Concerning the Creation of the World and of Mankind. One of the oldest stories known to mankind, first written down by the ancient Sumerians thousands of years ago. Is receiving renewed interest from modern researchers exploring the origins of mankind, the earth, and the solar system. Reveals how the planets became aligned, how a cosmic catastrophe affected the earth, how mankind came upon the scene, and how the gods played a role in all of it. Volume One includes the epic poems English translation, parallels in Hebrew literature, the date and origin of the Babylonian creation legends, and more.