Read the introduction to the epic of gilgamesh

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Assignment:

Read the Introduction to the Epic of Gilgamesh. Once you are done with this reading step back for a moment and ponder: which of the various points the author N. K. Sandars is making in this introduction you found the most helpful in understanding the remote world of this epic, and why? Then draw a list of the most important points that you highlighted and write a short essay discussing them.

Which parts of the introduction did you highlight?
What are they telling you about the epic you are about to immerse into?
How did they help you gain an insight into the world of Gilgamesh, but also into the world of epic poetry in general?

Think small, you don't have to list every single topic the author makes! Choose a few central points you isolated and discuss them in your own understanding.

Cite specific quotes from the text to illustrate your points.

a short essay of about 300 to 400 words laid out in three paragraphs.

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