Gilgamesh

Name: Gilgamesh
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781624667725
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Gilgamesh is an epic poem from ancient Babylon that chronicles the adventures and quests of Gilgamesh, the legendary king of Uruk. This edition captures the wealth and depth of the story, including newly discovered segments like the Monkey Tablet, providing a rich journey through one of the world's earliest and most enduring literary traditions.
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This edition is well suited for students, educators, and readers interested in ancient literature and culture, especially those studying liberal arts or humanities seeking an accessible yet thorough introduction to the Gilgamesh epic.

'A comprehensive Introduction with a light touch (Beckman), a poetic rendering with verve and moxie (Lombardo): This edition of the colossal Babylonian Gilgamesh Epic

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'A comprehensive Introduction with a light touch (Beckman), a poetic rendering with verve and moxie (Lombardo): This edition of the colossal Babylonian Gilgamesh Epic should satisfy all readers who seek to plumb its wealth and depth without stumbling over its many inconvenient gaps and cruxes. A fine gift to all lovers of great literature.' - Jack M. Sasson, Emeritus Professor, Vanderbilt University and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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Stanley Lombardo's concise 91-page edition, enhanced by Gary Beckman's accessible introduction, is praised for its balance of scholarship and readability. Supplementary materials such as timelines, glossaries, and contextual notes make it ideal for students and enthusiasts, offering clarity without ornamentation. The inclusion of recent discoveries adds to its value, making it an excellent and affordable resource for liberal arts studies.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781624667725

Publisher: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 March 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Hackett Publishing Co, Inc

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

Translated by Stanley Lombardo
Introduction by Gary Beckman
Translated by Stanley Lombardo

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 158g

Pages: 128

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Poetry

About the Author

Stanley Lombardo is Emeritus Professor of Classics, University of Kansas.

Gary Beckman is George C. Cameron Professor of Ancient Near Eastern Languages and Cultures, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.