The anthology contains genuine documents on the history, culture, religion of almost all countries and regions of the Ancient East (Egypt, India, Western Asia, Southeast Asia) from the 3rd millennium BC. e. to the 5th century AD e. Translations are made by well-known experts on the history of these regions. Each document is accompanied by a detailed commentary, has an introductory article containing its brief description. For students and teachers of universities, colleges and students of lyceums, all interested in ancient Eastern history.