![]() ![]() In this bold retelling of the ancient legend presented for the first time in graphic novel form graphic novelist Andrew Winegarner revitalizes the ultimate adventure story. Written down on cuneiform tablets nearly five thousand years ago, Gilgamesh's story was originally recorded in the form of an epic poem. Ishtar's rage led Gilgamesh to his greatest battle, a battle that shook Gilgamesh to his core and led him to travel further than any other man to the land of the gods on a quest to find immortality. As the king of Uruk, a city in ancient Mesopotamia, Gilgamesh protected his people from harm, battling a multitude of fierce demons with the steadfast help of his brother, Enkidu.īut Gilgamesh's reign faced the ultimate challenge from the power-hungry goddess Ishtar, who proposed marriage only to be unceremoniously spurned by Gilgamesh. Winegarner’s adaptation demonstrates the extensive debt mythology and religion owe this ancient tale." ― Booklistīefore the Bible and legendary figures like Hercules, King Arthur, and Beowulf, there was Gilgamesh. ![]() "With all the graphic adaptations of mythology flying around, it’s about time someone got to old Gilgamesh. ![]()
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