Gilgamesh

Name: Gilgamesh
Brand: Simon & Schuster NZ
SKU: 9780743261692
Price: 53.0 NZD
Availability: InStock

A New English Version

By Reader in Classics Stephen Mitchell

Summary

Gilgamesh is an ancient epic and one of the earliest masterpieces of world literature. This version, translated and adapted by Stephen Mitchell, brings the story of Gilgamesh, the legendary king-hero, to life with a poetic and accessible style. The narrative explores timeless themes of friendship, the quest for immortality, and human mortality through the adventures and trials of Gilgamesh.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Gilgamesh

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Ideal for readers interested in classic literature, mythology, and ancient history, as well as those looking for a compelling and richly poetic epic narrative.

Finally available in paperback comes a brilliant new rendering of the oldest epic in the world by esteemed translator and bestselling author Mitchell.

Description

Gilgamesh is considered one of the masterpieces of world literature, but until now there has not been a version that is a superlative literary text in its own right.

Acclaimed by critics and scholars, Stephen Mitchell's version allows us to enter into the text with fresh eyes and offers a captivating reading experience.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780743261692

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 January 2006

Country: United States

Imprint: Simon & Schuster

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 213.0mm

Weight: 281g

Pages: 304

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Poetry Reader in Classics Stephen Mitchell

About the Author

Stephen Mitchell is widely known for his ability to make old classics thrillingly new. His many books include the bestselling Tao Te Ching, the Iliad, Gilgamesh, The Gospel According to Jesus, The Book of Job, Bhagavad Gita, and The Selected Poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke. His website is StephenMitchellBooks.com.