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The story explores the deep bond between Gilgamesh, a powerful leader, and Enkidu, a wild man created by the Gods to temper Gilgamesh's arrogance. After being civilized by a temple prostitute, Enkidu joins Gilgamesh, and together they confront various evils, showcasing themes of friendship, the struggle against hubris, and the quest for immortality. Their adventures highlight the transformative power of companionship and the balance between civilization and nature.
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Gilgamesh, Stephen Mitchell
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- Released
- 2005
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- Title
- Gilgamesh
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Stephen Mitchell
- Publisher
- Profile Books Ltd
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 304
- ISBN13
- 9781861977984
- Category
- Poetry
- Description
- The story explores the deep bond between Gilgamesh, a powerful leader, and Enkidu, a wild man created by the Gods to temper Gilgamesh's arrogance. After being civilized by a temple prostitute, Enkidu joins Gilgamesh, and together they confront various evils, showcasing themes of friendship, the struggle against hubris, and the quest for immortality. Their adventures highlight the transformative power of companionship and the balance between civilization and nature.