WHAT DOES THE EPIC OF GILGAMESH TELL US ABOUT OUR EARLIEST
CIVILIZATIONS’ REPRESENTATION OF THE HERO? In what way(s) does
Gilgamesh become a hero in the second half of the work? What has he achieved at the
end of the poem and why is this important? What is the function of a hero in society?
Remember to use the evidence in the epic to discuss your views.
Students will be required to complete an annotated bibliography.
Students will be required to complete an annotated bibliography.