Epic of Gilgamesh by Unknown
This ancient Mesopotamian epic follows the story of Gilgamesh, a demigod king who rules over the city of Uruk. Unhappy with his reign, the gods create a wild man named Enkidu to challenge him. However, Gilgamesh and Enkidu become close friends and embark on several adventures together, including defeating the demon Humbaba and killing the Bull of Heaven. After Enkidu's death, Gilgamesh becomes obsessed with finding immortality, leading him on a journey to meet Utnapishtim, the only human who has been granted eternal life. The narrative explores themes of friendship, mortality, and the meaning of life.
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This book is on the following lists:
- 18th on The 100 Best Books of World Literature (ABC.es)
- 25th on Top 100 World Literature Titles (Perfection Learning)
- 49th on 50 Classics You Must Read Before You Die (Gyldendal (Denmark Publisher))
- 77th on 100 Best Books (Montana State University)
- 91st on 100 Essential Books (Bravo! Magazine)
- 261st on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
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- Top 100 Works in World Literature (Norwegian Book Clubs, with the Norwegian Nobel Institute)