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The Epic of Gilgamesh
The Epic of Gilgamesh
Author: N. K. Sandars
Miraculously preserved on clay tablets which were deciphered in the last century, The Epic of Gilgamesh is at least 1,500 years older than Homer. This volume contains a straightforward English version of the adventures of the great King of Jruk in his fruitless search for immortality and of his friendship with Enkidu, the wild man from the hill...  more »
ISBN: 112525
Pages: 127
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Publisher: Penguin Classics
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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I enjoyed reading how this very old writing was restored, as much as I enjoyed reading the writing itself. Its amazing that it has been recovered and translated and even made possible for us to read today. I'm glad I have the opportunity to read it.
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The work of synthesis has been accomplished, and with a remarkable degree of tact and imagination.
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