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The epic of Gilgamesh by N. K. Sandars · Booklabria

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The epic of Gilgamesh

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The epic of Gilgamesh

Name: The epic of Gilgamesh
Author: N. K. Sandars

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First published: 1972
Language: English
Editions: 2

Synopsis

Presents an English version of the epic poem which dates from the third millenium B.C., telling of the adventures of Gilgamesh, the great king of Uruk, and his search for immortality.

Subjects: History
Poetry
Kings and rulers
Adaptations
Antiquities
Ancient

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