Gilgamesh
Samuel Shepherd
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
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š **Gilgamesh: Sumerian Mythology and Akkadian History** š
**š Book 1: The King of Uruk: The Historical Gilgamesh and His Legacy**
Step into the ancient city of Uruk and meet its most famous kingāGilgamesh! Long before he became a mythological hero, Gilgamesh was a real figure, a warrior-king who ruled in Sumer around 2700 BCE. In this first volume, we explore the historical evidence that links Gilgamesh to the worldās earliest urban civilization. Youāll discover how his life became the foundation for one of the greatest legends ever told. šļøš
**š Book 2: From Clay Tablets to Epic Tales: The Evolution of Sumerian Myths**
Travel back to the birth of storytelling! In this second volume, explore the rich world of Sumerian mythology, where gods and goddesses ruled the skies, the underworld, and everything in between. š This book traces how Sumerian myths were recorded on clay tablets using the ancient cuneiform script and how these early stories shaped our understanding of creation, destiny, and the divine. šš
**š Book 3: The Epic of Gilgamesh: A Masterpiece of Akkadian Literature**
The heart of this collection lies in *The Epic of Gilgamesh*āone of the most celebrated works of ancient literature. In this third volume, delve into the timeless epic of Gilgameshās quest for immortality. šš
**š Book 4: Gods, Heroes, and Empires: Akkadian Civilization and Its Influence**
Finally, in this fourth volume, discover the awe-inspiring history of the Akkadian Empireāthe first true empire in human history. Led by the legendary Sargon the Great, the Akkadians revolutionized governance, military power, and art. šļøš
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šāØ *Embark on a journey to the past and explore the stories that shaped civilization.* šŗ
Duration - 5h 8m.
Author - Samuel Shepherd.
Narrator - Digital Voice Marcus G.
Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025.
Copyright - Ā© 2024 Samuel Shepherd Ā©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. š **Discover the Legends of Mesopotamia: The Ultimate Book Bundle!** š š **Gilgamesh: Sumerian Mythology and Akkadian History** š **š Book 1: The King of Uruk: The Historical Gilgamesh and His Legacy** Step into the ancient city of Uruk and meet its most famous kingāGilgamesh! Long before he became a mythological hero, Gilgamesh was a real figure, a warrior-king who ruled in Sumer around 2700 BCE. In this first volume, we explore the historical evidence that links Gilgamesh to the worldās earliest urban civilization. Youāll discover how his life became the foundation for one of the greatest legends ever told. šļøš **š Book 2: From Clay Tablets to Epic Tales: The Evolution of Sumerian Myths** Travel back to the birth of storytelling! In this second volume, explore the rich world of Sumerian mythology, where gods and goddesses ruled the skies, the underworld, and everything in between. š This book traces how Sumerian myths were recorded on clay tablets using the ancient cuneiform script and how these early stories shaped our understanding of creation, destiny, and the divine. šš **š Book 3: The Epic of Gilgamesh: A Masterpiece of Akkadian Literature** The heart of this collection lies in *The Epic of Gilgamesh*āone of the most celebrated works of ancient literature. In this third volume, delve into the timeless epic of Gilgameshās quest for immortality. šš **š Book 4: Gods, Heroes, and Empires: Akkadian Civilization and Its Influence** Finally, in this fourth volume, discover the awe-inspiring history of the Akkadian Empireāthe first true empire in human history. Led by the legendary Sargon the Great, the Akkadians revolutionized governance, military power, and art. šļøš š¦ **Get the Complete Bundle Today!** š¦ šāØ *Embark on a journey to the past and explore the stories that shaped civilization.* šŗ Duration - 5h 8m. Author - Samuel Shepherd. Narrator - Digital Voice Marcus G. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025. Copyright - Ā© 2024 Samuel Shepherd Ā©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:11
Introduction
Duration:00:04:41
Book 1 - Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:10
Chapter 1: In the Beginning: The Rise of Uruk
Duration:00:05:36
Chapter 2: The Epic Unearthed: Discovering Gilgamesh
Duration:00:05:16
Chapter 3: Gilgamesh the King: Ruler and Builder
Duration:00:05:34
Chapter 4: Immortal Desires: The Quest for Everlasting Life
Duration:00:04:57
Chapter 5: Companions in Legend: Enkidu and the Bonds of Friendship
Duration:00:05:18
Chapter 6: Monsters and Gods: The Mythological Challenges
Duration:00:05:21
Chapter 7: Legacy of Stone: Architectural Marvels of Gilgamesh's Uruk
Duration:00:05:28
Chapter 8: The Poet's Voice: Literary Analysis of The Epic of Gilgamesh
Duration:00:05:39
Chapter 9: Gilgamesh Through the Ages: Cultural and Historical Impact
Duration:00:05:43
Chapter 10: Echoes of Immortality: Gilgamesh in Modern Times
Duration:00:05:52
Book 1 - Closing Credits
Duration:00:00:17
Book 2 - Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:10
Chapter 1: The Scribes of Sumer: Origins of Writing
Duration:00:05:46
Chapter 2: Gods and Temples: The Pantheon of Ancient Sumer
Duration:00:14:21
Chapter 3: Heroes and Kings: Mythmaking in Early Civilizations
Duration:00:08:54
Chapter 4: From Oral to Written: The Transmission of Sumerian Lore
Duration:00:06:36
Chapter 5: The Discovery of Clay: Unearthing Sumer's Stories
Duration:00:06:51
Chapter 6: Deciphering the Past: The Pioneers of Cuneiform
Duration:00:07:37
Chapter 7: Myths in Clay: Themes and Variations in Sumerian Legends
Duration:00:06:51
Chapter 8: The Role of Mythology in Sumerian Society
Duration:00:07:43
Chapter 9: Cross-Cultural Connections: Sumerian Influences on Ancient Literature
Duration:00:07:53
Chapter 10: Legacy of the Legends: Sumerian Myths in Modern Culture
Duration:00:07:26
Book 2 - Closing Credits
Duration:00:00:17
Book 3 - Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:10
Chapter 1: The Roots of Akkadian Epic: Gilgamesh's Literary Heritage
Duration:00:07:47
Chapter 2: The Language of the Gods: Akkadian in Ancient Texts
Duration:00:02:29
Chapter 3: Gilgamesh and Enkidu: A Tale of Two Heroes
Duration:00:07:21
Chapter 4: The Quest for Immortality: Themes and Meanings
Duration:00:03:49
Chapter 5: The Art of the Narrative: Storytelling Techniques in the Epic
Duration:00:07:48
Chapter 6: Gods, Demons, and Mortals: Character Development and Interactions
Duration:00:07:28
Chapter 7: The Scribeās Touch: Variants and Versions of the Text
Duration:00:08:04
Chapter 8: The World Beyond Uruk: Geographical and Cultural Context
Duration:00:08:44
Chapter 9: From Tablets to Translations: The Modern Journey of Gilgamesh
Duration:00:06:37
Chapter 10: Gilgamesh in Contemporary Thought: Influence and Interpretation
Duration:00:07:03
Book 3 - Closing Credits
Duration:00:00:17
Book 4 - Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:11
Chapter 1: The Rise of Akkad: Setting the Stage for Empire
Duration:00:08:22
Chapter 2: Sargon the Great: Architect of the First Empire
Duration:00:09:00
Chapter 3: Divine Mandate: Religion in Akkadian Society
Duration:00:09:38
Chapter 4: Military Might and Conquests: Expanding the Empire
Duration:00:10:07
Chapter 5: Innovations in Governance: Administration Under Akkad
Duration:00:10:40
Chapter 6: Art and Architecture: Symbols of Power and Piety
Duration:00:09:29
Chapter 7: The Daily Life in Akkad: Society and Culture
Duration:00:09:53
Chapter 8: The Fall of Akkad: Internal Strife and External Pressures
Duration:00:09:10
Chapter 9: Legacy of Akkad: Influence on Subsequent Cultures
Duration:00:09:47
Chapter 10: Rediscovering Akkad: Archaeology and Modern Interpretations
Duration:00:10:26
Book 4 - Closing Credits
Duration:00:00:18
Conclusion
Duration:00:02:58
Closing Credits
Duration:00:00:18