The Instructions of Ani is one of the oldest books of guidance ever written — a father's letter of love to his son, composed in Egypt over three thousand years ago. Written by Ani, a royal scribe who made his living among the temples and granaries of the Two Lands, this teaching speaks of things we still wrestle with today: how to hold our tongue in anger, honor the parents who raised us, keep a peaceful home, use money without being used by it, and approach the sacred with an honest heart. This edition renders the ancient text in clear, present-day English, faithful to its meaning and spirit, while keeping the freshness and warmth of the original voice — including its astonishing closing dialogue, in which the son talks back. An introduction, glossary, and notes set the work in its world without imposing upon it. Part of The World Scriptures Library.