Additional Reading

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The Epic of Gilgamesh, a penguin classic (for older students and adults) Lit Unit on this site.

Gilgamesh the Hero by Geraldine McCaughrean (for children). An excellent retelling of the story. (Soon to be Lit Unit on this site)

A series of three books by Ludmila Zeman who retells the the story of Gilgamesh. These are suitable for younger children and are lavishly and colorfully illustrated.

Gilgamesh the King (Soon to be Lit Unit on this site)
The Revenge of Ishtar (Soon to be Lit Unit on this site)
The Last Quest of Gilgamesh (Soon to be Lit Unit on this site)