Description
Journey back to ancient Mesopotamia with this timeless epic, a foundational work of world literature. It tells the story of Gilgamesh, a powerful king whose arrogance is tempered by a profound friendship with the wild man Enkidu. Together, they embark on legendary quests, facing monstrous foes and divine challenges. Yet, when tragedy strikes, Gilgamesh is plunged into a desperate search for immortality, confronting the very nature of life, death, and humanity's place in the cosmos.
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paperback
Penguin
Published Dec 26, 2006
80 pages
ISBN: 9780141026282
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Details
First Published
1700
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Epic of Gilgamesh by Anonymous.
Violence
Death/Grief