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Name: Gilgamesh
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)
Author: Stephen Mitchell

Gilgamesh, the king of Uruk, embarks on a quest to find immortality and true friendship, leading him through the realms of the gods, the underworld, and back to civilization. This epic poem, originally inscribed on clay tablets over 3,000 years ago, tells the story of a man who learns the valuable lesson that true strength is found in friendship and that wisdom lies in leaving life's burdens behind. As he navigates the complexities of the gods, the underworld, and his own mortality, Gilgamesh discovers the meaning of self-discovery and the importance of true connection.

First publish date: 2004

Genre: Poetry/Classical Poetry

Authors: Stephen Mitchell

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