Gilgamesh: A New Translation of the Ancient Epic

Gilgamesh: A New Translation of the Ancient Epic

book type
0 Review(s) 
FL/905404/R
English
In stock
грн175.00
грн157.50 Save 10%

  Instant download 

after payment (24/7)

  Wide range of formats 

(for all gadgets)

  Full book 

(including for Apple and Android)

“A poem for the ages, freshly and accessibly translated by an international rising star, bringing together scholarly precision and poetic grace Gilgamesh is a Babylonian epic from three thousand years ago, which tells of King Gilgamesh's deep love for the wild man Enkidu and his pursuit of immortality when Enkidu dies. It is a story about love between men, loss and grief, the confrontation with death, the destruction of nature, insomnia and restlessness, finding peace in one's community, the voice of women, the folly of gods, heroes, and monsters—and more. Millennia after its composition, Gilgamesh continues to speak to us in myriad ways. Translating directly from the Akkadian, Sophus Helle offers a literary translation that reproduces the original epic's poetic effects, including its succinct clarity and enchanting cadence. An introduction and five accompanying essays unpack the history and main themes of the epic, guiding readers to a deeper appreciation of this ancient masterpiece.”

FL/905404/R

Data sheet

Language
English
Translator
Sophus Helle

Reviews

Write your review

Gilgamesh: A New Translation of the Ancient Epic

“A poem for the ages, freshly and accessibly translated by an international rising star, bringing together scholarly precision and poetic grace Gilgamesh ...

Write your review

Products from this category: