Gilgamesh
Gilgamesh
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Western Australia • 1930s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Gilgamesh by Joan London, readers follow a young woman named Edith, who embarks on a journey from Western Australia to Armenia. Set in the 1930s, this narrative explores themes of adventure, love, and self-discovery as Edith seeks connections across landscapes and cultures, influenced by historical events and personal quests.
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Adventurous
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Joan London's Gilgamesh is praised for its lyrical prose and richly woven narrative, capturing a vivid sense of place and emotion. Critics commend its exploration of love and belonging through complex characters. Some note a slow start and occasional lack of action, but overall, it is appreciated for its depth and evocative storytelling.
Who Should Read Gilgamesh?
Readers who appreciate The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje, with its intricate tapestry of history and personal quest, will relish Gilgamesh by Joan London. They seek evocative landscapes, emotional depth, and explorations of identity across time and geography.
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Novel • Fiction
Western Australia • 1930s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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