Answer to Question #174637 in History for Sofia

Question

what was the first literary work created by the Sumerians and what is it about?

Answer 1

Epic of Gilgamesh

Sumerian Epic of Gilgamesh of c. 2150BCE is one of the earliest known forms of literary works. The epic of Gilgamesh is a poem relating the story of the King of Uruk who was half man and half god. The poem goes further to inform the audience that the king of Uruk was bestowed upon various gifts such as beauty, strength, and courage. The poem follows the extraordinary life and adventures of Gilgamesh, the king of Uruk, and a friend Enkidu as they are changed for the better.