Studies in Honour of Enno Littmann

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The annotation outlines the contents of a conference held in Berlin from April 1st to 4th, 2009, focusing on various topics related to Ethiopian studies and archaeology. It includes contributions from several scholars discussing the DAE collection and the correspondence between Zäwde Gäbrä-Śǝllase and Enno Littmann. Notable discussions cover travels through history, architectural reconstructions, and the significance of objects from Northern Ethiopia, particularly collections rediscovered from 1905. The text also addresses archaeological and artistic inquiries, including the origins of specific artifacts and the representation of saints in art. Additionally, the history of mirrors in Ethiopia and the exploration of ancient inscriptions and folk culture are examined. Scholars present new findings on Safaitic inscriptions and their implications for understanding nomadic life, as well as insights into the emergence of the Islamic Caliphate through Arabic graffiti. The annotation concludes with a mention of contemporary Syriac poetry, highlighting the poem "The Peddler." The second volume of the conference proceedings is noted as part of an ongoing series dedicated to Tigre studies in the 21st century.