GILGAMESH. A Translation
by Gardner, John and John R Maier
- Used
- Paperback
- first
- Condition
- A very good copy with darkening (sunning) to spine and extremities
- Seller
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Bainbridge Island, Washington, United States
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About This Item
New York: Knopf, 1984. First edition. Paperback. A very good copy with darkening (sunning) to spine and extremities. Uncorrected Proof. The story of Gilgamesh, an ancient epic poem written on clay tablets in a cuneiform alphabet, is as fascinating and moving as it is crucial to our ability to fathom the time and the place in which it was written. Gardner's version restores the poetry of the text and the lyricism that is lost in the earlier, almost scientific renderings. The principle theme of the poem is a familiar one: man's persistent and hopeless quest for immortality. From the literary library of Robert & Enid Cohen.
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Details
- Seller
- Ed Smith Books (US)
- Seller's Inventory #
- 13108
- Title
- GILGAMESH. A Translation
- Author
- Gardner, John and John R Maier
- Format/Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - A very good copy with darkening (sunning) to spine and extremities
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition
- Publisher
- Knopf
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 1984
- Keywords
- ancient epic poem, immortality, modern literature, literature in translation, uncorrected proof copy
Terms of Sale
Ed Smith Books
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About the Seller
Ed Smith Books
Biblio member since 2009
Bainbridge Island, Washington
About Ed Smith Books
Ed Smith Books specializes in better condition modern literary first editions, signed books, photographic monographs, screen and theater related material and pop culture. We offer appraisals for books and photographs. We are located a short ferry ride from downtown Seattle, WA on Bainbridge Island. Since 1985 (ABAA since 1995). Two authors we specialize in are Charles Bukowski and Hunter S Thompson. Open by appointment.
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