The Epic of Gilgamesh: A Mythological Journey of Friendship, Mortality, and the Quest for Immortality The Epic of Gilgamesh is an ancient Mesopotamian poem that is considered one of the earliest surviving great works of literature. It tells the story of Gilgamesh, the king of Uruk, and his close companion Enkidu as they embark on a series of heroic adventures that lead them to confront the nature of