The Epic of Gilgamesh – World's oldest literature is surprisingly “modern” | Jaipur Bytes 2026

The oldest known work of literature is far from a dusty relic. Beyond antiquity, the significance of the Epic of Gilgamesh lies in the perenniality of its themes. From humanity's relationship with nature to environmental destruction, mortality, and civilization, Martin Puchner explains why this Mesopotamian classic remains a cornerstone of modern thought and why its questions are just as urgent…