A classic scholarly work exploring one of the oldest stories ever recorded. The Gilgamesh Epic and Old Testament Parallels by Alexander Heidel (University of Chicago Press, 1954 — Second Impression) examines the deep literary and thematic connections between the Mesopotamian Epic of Gilgamesh and key Old Testament narratives, including the flood story, creation themes, friendship, mortality, and divine encounters.
Heidel was one of the most respected Assyriologists of his time, and this work remains a foundational resource for biblical studies, ancient Near Eastern history, and comparative mythology. This edition is complete, structurally sound, and features a vintage academic feel, including a previous owner’s bookplate — a reminder of its scholarly lineage.
Perfect for collectors, seminarians, historians, and anyone exploring how ancient myth shaped early biblical tradition.