Lamastu

Lamastu is a scholarly examination of one of the most significant demons in ancient Mesopotamian belief systems. This history volume focuses on the magico-religious and magico-medical practices used to counter the influence of this malevolent entity over nearly two millennia. Walter Farber provides a comprehensive edition of the textual record, offering a detailed look at the beliefs and thoughts of ancient peoples regarding this creature.

The text presents a complete collection of known records, including primary incantations in a score format alongside transliterations and translations of ancillary texts. As volume 1 of this study, Lamastu serves as a primary resource for the textual evidence of Mesopotamian demonology. This work fills a critical gap in ancient history by documenting the specific measures magical specialists used to ward off the threats posed by this entity.