The Babylonian Legends of the Creation and the Fight Between Bel and the Dragon

The autobiography reflects Sir Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge's extensive career as an Egyptologist and his influential role at the British Museum. It chronicles his numerous expeditions to Egypt and Sudan, where he acquired significant antiquities, including cuneiform tablets and manuscripts. Budge's contributions to the field of Egyptology helped popularize ancient Near Eastern studies. His knighthood in 1920 acknowledges his impact on the discipline and the museum, making this work a vital resource for understanding his legacy.