Gilgamesh the Hero (Hardcover)

from jennyo

I picked this one up at the library today because, while I've heard of Gilgamesh and know a few of his exploits, I've never really read much about him. This was such fun to read, I plan to read it out loud to my kids. McCaughrean really knows how to tell a tale. This one's full of exciting stuff:...

from bobbrussack

My son and I have reached chapter seven of Ms. McCaughrean's wondrously lyrical retelling of the Gilgamesh story. We're taking turns reading it aloud. I can't imagine a better alternative at the intersection of Social Studies (ancient Mesopotamia) and Language Arts (fine literature), especially f...

from Stahl-Ricco

The story of Gilgamesh, King of Uruk, slayer of Huwawa and the Bull of Heaven, and his great friend, Enkidu. In a version I could actually understand! I tried a more "direct" translation, but whooee was it a tough read. So I checked this version out, the same one my 10 year old daughter is readin...

from tgraettinger

Easy, enjoyable read - especially for someone unfamiliar with the stories of Gilgamesh. An interesting turn on the myth of the hero's quest. In Gilgamesh's case, he was on a quest for immortality. I also liked the illustrations.

from tgraettinger

Easy, enjoyable read - especially for someone unfamiliar with the stories of Gilgamesh. An interesting turn on the myth of the hero's quest. In Gilgamesh's case, he was on a quest for immortality. I also liked the illustrations.