Meet Enheduanna, the high priestess and world’s first known author
In short: Four thousand three hundred years ago in ancient Sumer, a powerful woman was banished to the desert. This video explores the life of Enheduanna, a high priestess from the city of Ur whose literary legacy survived her exile.
Soraya Field Fiorio examines the life of Enheduanna, a figure from ancient Mesopotamia who holds the distinction of being history's first author. At the time of her banishment from the city of Ur, she had already composed forty-two hymns and three epic poems.
The lesson investigates the circumstances of her exile into the vast desert and the enduring impact of her written works on Sumerian history.
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