{"product_id":"gilgamesh-david-a-griner-9798199882040","title":"Gilgamesh: The Ancient Mesopotamian Epic of Power and Immortality","description":"\u003cp\u003eBefore heroes filled the pages of legend, one king dared to challenge death itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLong before the rise of empires known to history, a ruler stood atop the mighty city of Uruk, blessed with extraordinary strength yet haunted by a question that no human could escape: What happens when life comes to an end?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGilgamesh: The Ancient Mesopotamian Epic of Power and Immortality brings one of humanity's oldest surviving stories to life through a compelling narrative that follows a king's transformation from proud ruler to wise seeker of truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the fertile lands between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers to the legendary Cedar Forest, from battles against fearsome guardians to encounters with divine powers, this timeless epic reveals a world where friendship, ambition, loss, and destiny collide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat you're about to discover will change how you see one of history's most influential stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew people know that beneath the epic battles and heroic adventures lies a deeply human journey about grief, purpose, and the search for meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hidden truth behind Gilgamesh's quest is not merely about conquering enemies. It is about confronting mortality itself and discovering what truly endures after death.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside this book, you'll discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The rise of Uruk and the civilization that shaped the ancient world\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The extraordinary friendship between Gilgamesh and Enkidu\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Legendary encounters with Humbaba and the Bull of Heaven\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The devastating loss that changed a king forever\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The remarkable search for eternal life beyond the known world\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The timeless lessons that continue to resonate thousands of years later\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy does this story still matter today?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the questions Gilgamesh faced are the same questions people continue to ask. How should we live? What gives life meaning? What legacy do we leave behind?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're fascinated by ancient history, mythology, world literature, or humanity's oldest recorded wisdom, this book offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of one of civilization's greatest epics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStep into the world that helped shape human storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReady to uncover the legend that has captivated readers for millennia? Get your copy today and begin the journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e David A. Griner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798199882040\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/03\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 126\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.36lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.32d","brand":"David A. Griner","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48852939276543,"sku":"9798199882040","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/gilgamesh-david-a-griner-9798199882040","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}