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The Epic of Gilgamesh
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Published December 30, 1960
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N.K. Sandars
14 books13 followersNancy Katharine Sandars, FSA, FBA (29 June 1914 – 20 November 2015) was a British archaeologist and prehistorian. As an independent scholar, she was never a university academic, she wrote a number of books and a popular translation of the Epic of Gilgamesh. Nancy K. Sandars became a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London (1975) and a Fellow of the British Academy (1984).
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June 24, 2024
A slay
March 5, 2024
"The Epic of Gilgamesh" stands as a timeless masterpiece that has secured a perfect place among my all-time favorites. It's not just a story; it's an odyssey through ancient Mesopotamia, a journey into the depths of human experience and wisdom.
Delving into the epic, one discovers layers of richness that are mere storytelling. It's like unearthing a treasure trove of cultural insight, mythological symbolism, and profound existential reflection. I mean yeah sure, you might've heard of Gilgamesh in passing, but reading the epic is an entirely different experience—what strikes me most is the universality of its themes—despite being composed over four millennia ago, the struggles and triumphs of Gilgamesh resonate with modern readers.
"The Epic of Gilgamesh" is an invitation to explore the depths of human existence and ponder life's greatest mysteries!
Delving into the epic, one discovers layers of richness that are mere storytelling. It's like unearthing a treasure trove of cultural insight, mythological symbolism, and profound existential reflection. I mean yeah sure, you might've heard of Gilgamesh in passing, but reading the epic is an entirely different experience—what strikes me most is the universality of its themes—despite being composed over four millennia ago, the struggles and triumphs of Gilgamesh resonate with modern readers.
"The Epic of Gilgamesh" is an invitation to explore the depths of human existence and ponder life's greatest mysteries!
December 30, 2023
It is just ok. The introduction is much more interesting than the story itself. I suppose I got a bit caught up in the story of the find etc, and found the actual "epic" rather dull. YMMV
September 22, 2024
I really enjoyed this first read in epic poetry from Ancient Mesopotamia. If you are new to Mesopotamian ancient poetry and love being washed ashore the strangest places with little guidance, this edition might please you - it has sufficient notes to guide you through your reading but might leave you hungry for more in depth research to satisfy your curiosity.
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