The Epic of Gilgamesh
Publisher: Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers
Published: 1997
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 115
ISBN-13: 9780865163522
Description: This edition aims to reanimate the story of Gilgamesh and Enkidu for modern readers. The poetic rendition brings words to life through indelible images. A learned and lucid historical and cultural introduction fills in background for the narrative. An interpretative essay reviews the themes of Gilgamesh and their echoes in other literature. The total is a new edition that delights, informs, and stimulates readers to a new appreciation of this age-old tale.