The Epic of Gilgamesh by Unknown

The Epic of Gilgamesh

Unknown with N.K. Sandars (Translator)

71 pages first pub -1200 (editions)

fiction classics poetry adventurous fast-paced
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A great king, strong as the stars in Heaven. Enkidu, a wild and mighty hero, is created by the gods to challenge the arrogant King Gilgamesh. But instead of killing each other, the two become friends. Travelling together to the Cedar Forest, they ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 7,678 reviews

Moods

adventurous 86%
reflective 36%
emotional 35%
challenging 26%
sad 21%
informative 17%
inspiring 13%
dark 11%
mysterious 11%
funny 7%
hopeful 6%
tense 6%
lighthearted 3%

Pace

fast 55%
medium 31%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 41% | Character: 36% | Plot: 20% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 13% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 30% | No: 29% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 46% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 78% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 5% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

3.58

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