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The Epic of Gilgamesh - An Old Babylonian Version (Paperback)
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The Epic of Gilgamesh - An Old Babylonian Version (Paperback)
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List price R318
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This epic poem is the oldest known to exist in history, predating
Homer's Iliad by about 1500 years. Gilgamesh, the hero, discovers
he has godly blood, so sets out on a journey to the land of the
gods in an attempt to gain entry. It is of ancient Sumerian origin,
from the land called Mesopotamia. It is an important work for those
studying ancient literature, history and mythology. This Babylonian
version is one of the oldest known, if not the oldest. Later
renditions are more common and seem to embellish the story, so this
work is important for serious researchers. From the standpoint of
literature alone, it is also an interesting tale that is enjoyable
to read.
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