The Gilgamesh Epic

The Gilgamesh Epic is a book written by Lewis Spence that tells the story of the ancient Sumerian king, Gilgamesh. The book is a retelling of the epic poem, which is considered to be one of the oldest surviving works of literature in the world. The story follows Gilgamesh as he embarks on a journey to find the secret of eternal life, accompanied by his friend Enkidu. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including battles with monsters and encounters with gods. The book explores themes of mortality, friendship, and the search for meaning in life. Spence's retelling of the epic is accessible and engaging, making it a great introduction to this ancient tale for readers of all ages. The Gilgamesh Epic is a timeless story that continues to captivate readers to this day.THIS 40 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Myths and Legends: Babylonia and Assyria, by Lewis Spence. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595005.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.