The Epic of Gilgamesh
Fiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 1960
Poem • Fiction
Ancient Mesopotamia • Mythic Era
1960
Adult
14+ years
The Epic of Gilgamesh by N.K. Sandars is an ancient Mesopotamian narrative exploring a person's quest for meaning, friendship, and immortality. It follows Gilgamesh, a ruler who embarks on transformative adventures with Enkidu, confronting divine elements and human limitations. The text highlights themes of companionship, legacy, and the human condition.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Poem • Fiction
Ancient Mesopotamia • Mythic Era
1960
Adult
14+ years
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