The Buried Book

The Loss and Rediscovery of the Great Epic of Gilgamesh

Autori

• David Damrosch

Parametri

• 334 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Favole, Miti, Leggende
• Mitologia
• Narrativa
• Saggistica
• Storia

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The ancient Babylonian epic of Gilgamesh, composed around 1200 B.C., chronicles the adventures of a legendary hero from the Middle East. It explores themes of friendship, mortality, and the quest for fame. The epic was lost during the destruction of King Ashurbanipal's library in 600 B.C. but was rediscovered and deciphered in the nineteenth century, revealing its rich narrative and historical significance. This critical study delves into both the story and its tumultuous history, highlighting its enduring impact on literature and culture.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2000

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