The Epic of Gilgamesh
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This edition aims to reanimate the story of Gilgamesh and Enkidu for modern readers. The poetic rendition brings words to life through indelible images. A learned and lucid historical and cultural introduction fills in background for the narrative. An interpretative essay reviews the themes of Gilgamesh and their echoes in other literature. The total is a new edition that delights, informs, and stimulates readers to a new appreciation of this age-old tale.
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First Published
1960
Pages
115 pages
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4.0 / 5
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1
Editions
7
Publisher
Penguin
Language
SUX, AKK, ENG
Status
Published
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